Recently, I had the opportunity to talk to art, music, dance and theatre students at Southern Methodist University. With oversight from Dean Jose Bowen, my remarks centered on the elevator speech for the visual and performing arts. Creativity takes many forms, but first and foremost, all artists have one thing in common. Want to know what that is?
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The Resume Accelerator
Hiring continues to slow in the US…Can you afford not to give yourself every possible opportunity to succeed in your job search?
Personal branding advice for your resume, from the national elevator pitch champion.
The Interview Question
What’s the one question that most job seekers forget to ask, in the interview? Professional development coach Chris Westfall provides insight that can help you to know exactly how you compare to your competition, and what you need to discuss in the interview to move your career forward.
Captivate the Customer
Often our perceptions are what keep us from hearing “YES” from the customer.
Instead of selling to people, consider that it is your job to teach them how to buy.
The Career Accelerator for MBAs
The MBA degree has become more and more commonplace, with thousands of students looking forward to graduation in a very short time this spring. Academic institutions concentrate on learning, delivering the academic fundamentals that create a foundation within the workplace. Isn’t there something more beyond the classroom?
Overcoming Price Objections
My friend Ajay is taking a beating in India, over pricing. It seems that his clients are prejudiced: they always make the discussion about price. Here are some suggestions to help change the pricing game…
Motivating High Performance
We all know what makes for good performance. What makes for good motivation?
Motivation is a mystery; it’s one of those words like “stress”, or “jubilation” that fall into a category called “nominalizations”. These are words that we use to describe something that is intangible, and only exists for those who experience it. You can’t put my motivation in a bucket, or in a chair. Sure, it’s real for me, but virtually impossible for me to [tangibly] share with you.
How to Accelerate Your Career: Interview Strategies
Want to upgrade your career, and improve your chances in the job search process?
Professional development coach, Chris Westfall, is a keynote speaker that provides business presentations on the secrets you MUST know for your next job interview!
Social Media Savvy – Web 2.0 in the Workplace
Companies are looking for ways to manage social media, including facebook, email, twitter, and more. What’s your company policy on effective communication, in the Web 2.0 world?
Follow the MONEY…to the CEO
