Today, February 2, is Groundhog Day. The legend says that if a groundhog pops out of his hole and sees his shadow on this day, there will be six more weeks of winter; if he doesn’t, spring is around the corner. Folks here in the Midwest wait to see what Jimmy the Groundhog will predict. [...]
5 Steps for Readjusting Goals to Fit Reality
December 26, 2011 By 3 Comments
The holidays are nearly over, and we are facing the end of 2011. Are you where you want to be professionally? That question may be a source of shame and frustration for some. You may have set goals, and subsequently, resolutions at the beginning of the year to achieve said goals. But things got in [...]
“I’m Lucky to Have a Job.” Really?
December 8, 2010 By 4 Comments
Jake LaCaze made an interesting comment on yesterday’s post. In part, he said: If you truly do dislike your job, be honest. Do not let yourself get content. Do not say things like: “I’m lucky just to have a job, especially in this economy.” That’s how you get stuck in a job you hate. He [...]
Embracing the Uneasiness of Change
August 25, 2010 By 12 Comments
Today was a big change for a member of the Cooley household: it was my daughter’s first day of school. She has been eagerly anticipating this day ever since we went to the initial registration way back in February. And then it proceeded to be a long spring and summer as my dear girl would [...]
Are You Letting Your Comfort Zone Limit You?
April 28, 2010 By 3 Comments
Being risk-averse. Avoiding mistakes. Having a fear of failure. All of the above seem to feed that same place that causes people to retreat to their comfort zones. By staying in that safe, warm spot, there’s nothing happening with the career path. That is a problem whether you are looking to change careers, get a [...]
