by Jan Rutherford for Soundview’s ” 2 Minute Mentor” Self-reliance is an important trait to succeed as an individual, both in life and in business. How often, though, do you hear it in reference to being a great leader? During a recent appearance on Soundview Live, leadership development expert Jan Rutherford discussed points from his

by Jennifer Randolph for ivyexec.com When the economy fell into recession, many jobs disappeared. As employment rebounded, those eliminated positions did not return. Instead, companies restructured and leveraged technology to do more work with fewer people. Left out of the hiring or re-hiring pool, many experienced workers have found they must reinvent themselves or re-imagine

by Stephen Balzac for ivyexec.com Have you ever worked with a Prince Charming? Someone who could tell you that “everything’s alright,” while the company was at risk of going down in flames? Below is my own experience with a Prince Charming who we will name “Joe,” and how you can determine if your company is

by Elaine Pofeldt for ivyexec.com It’s easy to talk yourself out of making a career change if you’re in your forties or beyond, by telling yourself it isn’t practical or realistic. Not so fast! A recent study by the American Institute of Economic Research, an independent research firm in Great Barrington, Mass., had some good

by Virinia Franco for ivyexec.com When cover letters get read (about 30% of the time) and when they are required (about 40% of the time), they can help tip the job search scale in your favor. A killer cover letter takes up less than one page and contains three essential parts – all of which

by Inc. Magazine: If you’re in danger of burning out, these books could change your life ! In a society where a lack of sleep and burnout are worn as badges of honor, Arianna Huffington knows that there is a better way to find success and happiness. While Huffington acknowledges that some people succeed despite