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The part that goes alone

This post stems from my recent conversations with a few people I know and care about who are having a very hard time of things these days. Each of us have our own mountains to climb, our own monsters under the bed. Mostly, it’s a different battle for all of us. But there’s a common thread. I notice …

Is the job worthy of you?

Is the job worthy of you?The link is aimed at software developers but it’s applicable to anyone looking for a new job. I am at my current employer as much because it answered my questions satisfactorily as because I answered its questions satisfactorily.

Why You Need Several Versions of Your Resume

Why You Need Several Versions of Your ResumeAbsolutely necessary. Just like cover letters, every resume you send should be tailored to the recipient, highlighting the experience you have that’s most relevant to that company and integrating some basic research on the employer. If you’re sending the …

What’s The Most Difficult CEO Skill? Managing Your Own Psychology

What’s The Most Difficult CEO Skill? Managing Your Own PsychologyAndreesen Horowitz co-founder and career CEO/investor Ben Horowitz offers some great advice in this 2011 post at his personal blog. The best part about it is that, while it’s aimed at aspiring CEOs and entrepreneurs, it really applies …