Today, as I was working with an insurance agent to add coverage to my policy, the woman with whom I was speaking shared that she had heard that the company where I work is a great company. During the course of our conversation, she also mentioned that she had visited the company’s website and had not seen any job openings posted and expressed an interest in learning about potential openings. Some on the spot career [...]

Last Friday, I attended an “open house” for a new business and professional development center that two friends launched in Raleigh this month.  I count myself lucky to have friends who are creative, take initiative, and have a dedicated focus on professional development and helping others succeed. This gathering stands out to me and holds a lot of significance. Why? Because I had to develop a willingness to leap out of my comfort zone and [...]

I have been thinking a lot about “value” and “meaning” lately. Many of us, and most certainly myself, desire a professional life that has a sense of “meaning.” I have been seeking and craving meaning for my entire life. As far back as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to know what something really “means” and to connect with and be a part of something that has greater “meaning” than myself. A “meaningful” career or [...]