Lean Forward in the Saddle
Your usual interviewing strategy is to find out “what they want”. You assume that, armed with that knowledge, you can figure out whether you’re “it”, or not. Your smart move, however, is to [...]
Ride the Pony You’re On
Sometimes that really is the best advice. BV professionals hear it from us more often than you would imagine. The trick, of course, is knowing whether that advice applies to you.
Some Shoes Just Don’t Fit Anymore
Ever have a pair of shoes that don’t quite fit anymore? They are a quality pair and you don’t like the thought of replacing them. But, maybe it’s time. Could it be that your job is like that pair [...]
Job Change? Maybe Not.
Think carefully before you start down the road to a job change. If you can, fix the problem where you are. Changing horses can be more challenging than it looks.
Your Peek At What’s Out There
Okay, you’re not looking. But, you’re probably listening. And your time is limited, so you want to make sure you’re listening for the best opportunities. Here’s what you should know.
No Offer Is Perfect
One of the surest routes to frustration starts with unrealistic expectations. And one of the most unrealistic expectations you can have is that a job offer will be better in every way than what [...]
It’s Easier to Say No Before You Get the Offer
Say no before you get an offer? Sounds crazy, doesn’t it.
Want to Make Partner? Don’t Wait For the Playbook!
If you want to make partner, it’s normal that you’d want to know how it’s done. But, if you’re thinking there’s a particular combination of benchmarks to hit or mileposts to touch, you’re [...]
Wondering What’s Out There?
It’s paradoxical. Almost no one admits to being interested in making a job change. And yet, almost everyone is interested in “knowing what’s out there.” Social scientists have devised a label for [...]
