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Knocking on Doors: What Trick-or-Treating Teaches Us About Job Interviews
When you walk down your street on Halloween night, you’re not guaranteed candy at every stop.
Eric Biener
Oct 282 min read


Ace Your Next Interview with Role-Playing Techniques
Why Mock Interview Strategies Are Essential
Eric Biener
Oct 224 min read


How to Discuss AI in Job Interviews: A Guide for Recent Graduates
Employers are looking for candidates who use AI thoughtfully while keeping ownership of their ideas.
Eric Biener
Oct 203 min read


Why Entry-Level Roles Still Matter in the Age of AI
AI is reshaping work, but eliminating entry-level jobs is short-sighted.
Eric Biener
Oct 172 min read


If You’re Not Moving Ahead in Your Career, You’re Falling Behind
Early in my career, a mentor gave me a piece of advice I’ve never forgotten: "If you’re not moving ahead in your career, you’re falling...

Mike Paradiso
Oct 72 min read


Unlock Your Potential with Expert Career Advisory Services
Navigating the path to a fulfilling career can be challenging. Whether you are just starting out, considering a career change, or aiming...
Eric Biener
Sep 293 min read


Mastering the Job Application Process: The Importance of Soft Skills
These interpersonal and personal attributes complement technical knowledge, enabling individuals to build stronger relationships, adapt to change, and advance their careers.
Eric Biener
Sep 243 min read


How Toxic Bosses Harm Mental Health
Leaving a toxic first-time boss is critical for mental health because toxic leadership leads to sustained stress, anxiety, and emotional...
Eric Biener
Sep 161 min read


The September Surge
How to Take Advantage of the September Surge
Eric Biener
Sep 82 min read


When Your Boss Doesn't Have Time for You - Why External Mentors Matter Even More
ICYMI, this Labor Day Weekend, the Wall Street Journal wrote a timely article titled "Your Boss Doesn't Have Time to Talk to You". Since...

Mike Paradiso
Sep 22 min read


Leadership in Rhythm: How Drum Rudiments Shape Everyday Leadership Truths
If people aren’t your focus, the groove falls apart.
Eric Biener
Aug 261 min read


So You Want To Work For My Company?
Getting the attention of a company you want to work for.
Eric Biener
Aug 201 min read


Guidance, Not Control: The Secret to Building a Career You Love
Early in your career, it’s easy to feel like you have to “prove yourself.”
But here’s what I learned after 25+ years leading teams:
People don’t do their best work when they’re micromanaged. They do it when they feel empowered.
Michael Paradiso
Aug 182 min read


Onboarding That Works: The Secret to Faster, Happier, and Longer‑Lasting Hires
Surfing and employee onboarding, while seemingly disparate, share surprising similarities in their core principles of learning, adaptation, and skill development.
Eric Biener
Aug 152 min read


Why the End of Summer Is Prime Time for Your Job Search
Taking advantage of the end-of-summer. Getting your next job.
Eric Biener
Aug 122 min read


Difficulties of Working for a First-Time Manager
A new manager micromanaging their team can stem from a lack of trust, needing control, or feeling pressure to meet goals.
Eric Biener
Aug 82 min read


The Buzz of a Brilliant Beginning: My First Day at the Right Job
Reflections on the Right Choice.
Eric Biener
Aug 52 min read


Turning Setbacks into Success: Learning from Career Mistakes. Discover how to transform career setbacks into valuable learning experiences that propel you forward.
Let’s be honest: we’ve all messed up at work. Sent the wrong email. Bombed an interview. Took a job we thought was the right fit—and...

Mike Paradiso
Aug 42 min read


Life Lessons from Seinfeld: Humor, Self-Awareness, and the Pitfalls of Selfishness
Who the hell is Stan? - He's my caddy.
Eric Biener
Jul 301 min read


Habit 1: Be Proactive
Develop a Proactive Mindset
Eric Biener
Jul 291 min read
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