How emotionally intelligent are you?
Guess what, we’re emotional beings who have emotional intelligence (in measurable capacities). No matter how hard we strive – especially in our careers – to be only rational beings, we can’t. Our emotions are real, present, and play a tremendous part in our personal, professional, and even our organization’s development. In the professional context […]
Are you too loyal to your company?
“I owe it to the company…” Have you ever thought this before? Thoughts of guilt play through your mind. That time your boss let you leave early. Or that time your coworker helped you with a project that wasn’t their responsibility. Or that small promotion that left you hoping for more. You start to believe […]
One question Career Crisis: where do you want to be in 5 years?
There I was… sitting in a coffee shop having a delightful networking meeting when I was caught completely off-guard by a simple question: where do you want to be in 5 years? My career immediately felt like it was spiraling out of control. In hindsight, it was a wonderful moment… a gift, really. Enjoy my […]
7 CV secrets every college senior needs to know
This is a fantastic list of tips for recent grads to apply to their CV! Thanks to Kate Maurice for sharing. -Coach Wolfgang Teenage period and then studentship are the most challenging stages in our lives. Being a teenager, your main task is to study well and survive these years unscathed. Being a student, your […]
Shouldn’t I just be happy
Some of my clients are almost apologetic when they present their concerns to me. It sounds something like this: “I don’t know what I have to complain about, my job offers me… a good salary, flexibility, challenging opportunities, etc.” “Most of my friends don’t have these opportunities, and would love a job with… my flexible […]
How to Deal with a Bad Boss
Bad bosses are out there and waiting for you. Many of us have been there, including me. One of the most common traits we associate with a bad boss is someone who yells and reacts emotionally on a regular basis. This trait affects people differently. The movie Horrible Bosses did a wonderful job of reminding […]
Asking Questions During an Interview
Dear Coach Wolfgang, I have an interview coming up and someone mentioned that I need to ask questions of the employer. If I’m the one being interviewed, why do I need to ask questions? Thank you for the question and congratulations on your interview! You received good advice. If you don’t ask solid questions during an […]