Want A Better LinkedIn Profile Summary? Paint It Red.

When shopping for homes we learn about “curb appeal”, which is the aesthetic charm of a residence when viewed from the street. Red front doors are generally said to enhance curb appeal. I know when I was shopping for my home, the houses with the red front doors got most of the attention. Have you ever…

Are Networking Events Really Worth It?

Networking events can be awkward and uncomfortable. Your anxieties are on high alert. You don’t know anyone there. You’re afraid you’ll want to leave right away. “Why isn’t anyone talking to me?” “Why aren’t I talking to anyone else?” You’d rather be watching Netflix, catching up on sleep, or cleaning the toilet. Why would anyone want…

Joyfear: 3 important things to do after a layoff

Each year, I used a week of vacation time in late July to celebrate my sister’s birthday, work on creative projects and enjoy the weather, and 2015 was no exception. The weather in Portland, Oregon was hot and we were having a beautiful summer. On the Thursday of my vacation, I had been downtown running…