Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Baton Rouge, LA
Owner/ Business Coach, Crossroads Professional Coaching
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Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
With all of the technology options and software choices, finding technology that works for you individually can be overwhelming. I finally found a process that works for me. Since I love technology it has really helped me not waste money or time! Here is my post on 5 Steps to Finding Technology That Works for You http://wp.me/pGXEu-Ou.
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
I work with small businesses and continue to be amazed at the lack of foundational business building blocks that are missing. Here is a post that will begin a new series A Small Business Trend that Needs to Stop http://wp.me/pGXEu-LT. What are your thoughts? Am I missing any?
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
I think we all have a tendency to want to change the things we don't like in others. After all it's for their own good. Unfortunately, it doesn't work. We really can't change someone else; they have to want to change. So what do we do? Here are my thoughts: http://tinyurl.com/3s95o9s What are yours?
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Just launched a new site at www.crossroadcounselor.com...blog about everyday mental health issues...you know stress, anxiety, road rage and other milder topics such as faith, spiritual direction and such. Would love feedback!! A recent post Why Am I So Anxious? http://crossroadcounselor.com/2011/04/07/why-am-i-so-anxious/
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Unfortunately, sometimes we learn from embarrassing experiences. Here's how I learned about #angermanagement ! http://awe.sm/5I93o
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
New blog post If We Can Obsess, We Can Pray http://wp.me/pq4Kc-9C My perspective on a funny lesson I learned listening to a Joyce Meyer cd!
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Freedom for the Time Management System-Aholic! http://wp.me/pGXEu-IB
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Last night I was on a panel at LSU answering questions for job seekers. I could hear in their voices and see it in their eyes; they were considering giving up on finding a job in their field. Here is a post I wrote on this called Graduates If You Give Up On Your Career Now You Will Hate Yourself Later http://tinyurl.com/38w4bry. I would love your thoughts and hope you will pass it on to any young people who may be wavering!
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
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Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Sometimes being a small business owner feels synonomous with STRESS.
Stress Solutions - Blog Series
I hope you will try this process and let me know how it goes for you.
Here they are:
Stress Solutions: Pray, Plan and Practice - http://wp.me/pGXEu-GU
10 Ways to Connect (Pray) with God About Your Business- http://wp.me/pGXEu-Ha
Planning Your Way Out of Stress- http://wp.me/pGXEu-Hk
Practice Makes Perfect Business- http://wp.me/pGXEu-Hu
Share with us your stress reduction techniques too!
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Sometimes being a small business owner feels synonomous with STRESS.
Stress Solutions - Blog Series
I hope you will try this process and let me know how it goes for you.
Here they are:
Stress Solutions: Pray, Plan and Practice - http://wp.me/pGXEu-GU
10 Ways to Connect (Pray) with God About Your Business-http://wp.me/pGXEu-Ha
Planning Your Way Out of Stress-http://wp.me/pGXEu-Hk
Practice Makes Perfect Business-http://wp.me/pGXEu-Hu
Share with us your stress reduction techniques too!
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
Talking to a friend who runs marathons I realized there is a lot business owners can learn from marathon runners! http://wp.me/pGXEu-Ig
Kristen Creager:
Yes! Love this. I wrote a post about this very same thing! MoreYes! Love this. I wrote a post about this very same thing! http://bit.ly/gLXMlu
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61 weeks ago
Elisabeth Ericson
How do you begin a cover letter? You need a compelling introduction to create a memorable first impression, but it's hard to write one that's professional but not stiff, sincere but not self-indulgent, interested but not sycophantic. Any tips for those of us just starting out?
86 weeks ago from Career Rocketeer, u30pro, Brazen Undergrads and Personal Branding2 more
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Danielle Albright:
I appreciate this question because I need to brush up on my skills too. I definitely see why the focus should ultimately be on the company but I ...MoreI appreciate this question because I need to brush up on my skills too. I definitely see why the focus should ultimately be on the company but I also wonder how to get some form of a hook in there to reel in the reader to look further.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
Timothy Johnson III:
I'd use this framework, which is discussed by J.T. O'Donnell on Careerealism Club. Use three paragraphs. The first one should address, "Your ...MoreI'd use this framework, which is discussed by J.T. O'Donnell on Careerealism Club. Use three paragraphs. The first one should address, "Your first experience with X Company/Product", the second should address "Why You're Impressed with X Company for X Reasons" and the last paragraph shoul explain "Why You're A Good Fit/Problems You'd Love to Solve". It works pretty nicely.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
Cameron Plommer
What to you hope to accomplish with your blog? For me I'm trying from just a blog, to a business. What about you?
86 weeks ago from Blogging Ideas and Gen-Y Professional Bloggers
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Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer:
Honestly, the vision for my blog is for it to be a platform from where people can get interested in, and sign up for my cooking classes. I haven't ...MoreHonestly, the vision for my blog is for it to be a platform from where people can get interested in, and sign up for my cooking classes. I haven't even chalked out the steps to get there yet. Hopefully in a few weeks when one major priority gets a little out of the way.
85 weeks ago
85 weeks ago
Louise:
For me my blog just acts a way for me to process the things that go on in my head. It also gives me a bit more credibility when speaking to other ...MoreFor me my blog just acts a way for me to process the things that go on in my head. It also gives me a bit more credibility when speaking to other professionals and going for jobs etc when they can quickly and easily not only see my writing but things that interest me too. If you can show you have written about something very closely related to the job you are looking to do then it helps convince the company you want to work for them not just find any job.
85 weeks ago
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Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
As an entrepreneur it is hard to put a cap on all of the flood of ideas. The entrepreneurial spirit sometimes needs self-discipline for our own good! http://tinyurl.com/2bjnkmx . Staying focused may be the beginning of your string of successes, rather than having a roller coaster of starts and abrupt stops!
Cameron Plommer
I want get feedback on an idea I have
I think a lot of high school and college grads are at a real disadvantage when they enter the real world. School ignores so many practical skills and doesn't push students to be remarkable.
I'd like to set up some kind of school, workshop or program that gives students the information, resources and motivation to be remarkable people. Which in turn will hopefully lead to better people and employees.
Thoughts. Criticism. Business partners???
107 weeks ago from Upstarts!, Personal Development, Untemplater and Brazen Undergrads2 more
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Danver Chandler:
@Andrew:
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made ...More@Andrew:
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made your point clearer, but since you stated that I assumed you'd elaborate.
106 weeks ago
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made ...More@Andrew:
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made your point clearer, but since you stated that I assumed you'd elaborate.
106 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
Oh yeah for sure, I'm going to actually sleep tonight but tomorrow I'll elaborate I think it is key to keep on going at a crazy goal or to just ...MoreOh yeah for sure, I'm going to actually sleep tonight but tomorrow I'll elaborate I think it is key to keep on going at a crazy goal or to just enjoy what you have at whatever school you're at more.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Elysa Rice
I read this morning on Ms. Career Girl that the average time in a job is 1.1 yrs. - The New Career Girl: Gen Y Women Redefine Success http://ff.im/-jwtJ4 - does this seem to be true for your circle?
Rebecca Thorman:
Yes and no - personally, I'm more of a job-hopper, but I find most people that aren't in my circle stay at jobs longer than I do. There's been a ...MoreYes and no - personally, I'm more of a job-hopper, but I find most people that aren't in my circle stay at jobs longer than I do. There's been a lot of hub-bub going around in the start-up/entrepreneurial blogosphere about how job-hopping is bad. Always interesting to see how the conversation ebbs and flows... many who say it's bad are older now and just want their employees to stay. But I imagine they job-hopped to start their company in the first place.
108 weeks ago
108 weeks ago
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach:
People write about both sides of this coin. Big companies stopped providing retirement and other incentives to keep people in jobs for a long ...MorePeople write about both sides of this coin. Big companies stopped providing retirement and other incentives to keep people in jobs for a long time. They want loyalty without having to provide the incentive. Opportunities are different for each individual and each person needs to look at the entire landscape of their career and opportunities to make a decision to take new opportunities. Regardless of their time in a job. However, I think we should be cautious when we are promoting the reasons and acceptability for job hopping. People shouldn't job hop as a strategy in itself. There is not intrinsic worth in this and in many ways can cause problems for the individual, not just employers. As someone older and someone who has hired thousands of people, I would simply advise that you need to consider your situation, your reasons, your observations and your temperament. Stay if you have abundant opportunity where you are or if you need the security of time to build confidence and creativity. If you are stuck where you are and find opportunities abounding, then consider them. It isn't a one size fits all world out there!
107 weeks ago
107 weeks ago
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Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
What are You Tolerating...? http://bit.ly/bWg4nM A quick way to get your business life in order!
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Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach
The Closet Eclectic: Coming-out and Building a Company Culture http://tinyurl.com/y9ovrfo //Start up is the best time to develop the culture of your business because it is the momentum for your philosophy, values and mission of your concept. This blog post expresses why this is a secret to success and I believe a part of our business foundation that is too often minimized or overlooked.
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Andrea V. Lewis
After taking some time off to re-evaluate my career path, I'm FINALLY getting job bites. The catch, a long awaited position just opened up for my husband in Denver. The COO has recommended him & he's scheduled to fly out for an interview at the EOM. My question is, do you think I should continue w/ my job search out here (Los Angeles) or put it on hold? Plus, how long should I wait to tell potential employers, where I've interviewed multiple times that I MAY be moving? What's your advice?
Timothy Johnson III:
I completely agree with Sue's thoughts. There is currently a job I applied for, in which I might have a second round interview for. However, ...MoreI completely agree with Sue's thoughts. There is currently a job I applied for, in which I might have a second round interview for. However, that interview has yet to happen, nor do I have a job offer on the table. Therefore, it just doesn't make sense for me to stop looking for other opportunities, especially if the current offer doesn't pan out. I'd say keeping looking and contacting people.
115 weeks ago
115 weeks ago
Andrea V. Lewis:
@Sue, @Timothy - I see your point. I guess I'll keep on trudging forward with my current interviews in Los Angeles and see what happens in terms ...More@Sue, @Timothy - I see your point. I guess I'll keep on trudging forward with my current interviews in Los Angeles and see what happens in terms of Denver. As you both said, once there is a firm offer on his table then I can decide how to handle things on my end. Thanks for your advice. I really appreciate it!
115 weeks ago
115 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
Check this out, "There's No Room for the Idea Guy" - It's so true, and something I had to come to terms with at my start-up too. I'm always great at execution, but I badly wanted to be the idea person. But that's not what start-ups need the most. - http://bit.ly/9thAI8
116 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs and Shotgun Startups
Ryan Healy, John Smith, David Spinks, TeeTeeEchols, Lindsey Donner and Jeffrey Hulten and 3 others recommended this
Sue Miley MBA, MA, LPC, Business and Career Coach:
It's funny because I just wrote a blog post on execution and follow-through. I came to this network and read your post and the 37 signals post. ...MoreIt's funny because I just wrote a blog post on execution and follow-through. I came to this network and read your post and the 37 signals post. As a business coach I have clients that come in every week...it isn't the most brilliant idea or the most cutting edge company that is bringing in success stories each week...it is the person who took the plan they developed last week and executed it with energy and enthusiasm this week. They walk in and say what's next!
116 weeks ago
116 weeks ago
Lindsey Donner:
@ Josh - I like your second point. That describes the failure and success of many "Idea Guys" who I've known. Those who continued holding ...More@ Josh - I like your second point. That describes the failure and success of many "Idea Guys" who I've known. Those who continued holding pointless meetings where they held forth about Their Next Big Idea before the existing one (i.e., the COMPANY ITSELF!) were disastrous and unsuccessful. Those who knew when to hunker down and hire good people to execute were successful and will be successful with many more than just one idea.
Thanks for sharing, Rebecca!
116 weeks ago
Thanks for sharing, Rebecca!
116 weeks ago
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