Mother’s Day is this Sunday (the 13th)—are you ready? I’ve rounded up a few thoughtful gift ideas to help you show Mom just how much she means to you. Have a wonderful day, and best wishes to all the … [Read more...]
The Importance of Following Up
“Let’s do lunch.” “Talk soon.” “I’ll be in touch.” We all say these phrases countless times. But how often do you actually follow through? A man I know has been looking for a new job for quite some … [Read more...]
Why It’s Poor Etiquette to Ask About Salaries
One of the people I work with is a freelance writer. The other night she was out with some new acquaintances, one of whom is a big executive in his industry. They got to talking about her job, but he … [Read more...]
Be Civil When Asking For Help
The other day a friend of mine was leaving a restaurant when a young woman approached her and asked for directions to a business that she said was meant to be nearby. My friend had never heard of the … [Read more...]
Sending LinkedIn Requests To Strangers
My biggest pet peeve is when people I don’t know send me a request to connect on LinkedIn. What’s even worse is when there’s no photo to put a face with the name, or they don’t include a message that … [Read more...]