How Am I Sabotaging My Future? – Part 3

On election day of 2010, at a business networking event in Cincinnati, a gathering of about 150 people was engaged in discussion framed by three questions posed by host, facilitator, and teacher extraordinaire, Steve Browne. * “What is networking?” * “Why do so many people not participate?” * “How can I become a networking savant?” …

How Am I Sabotaging My Future? – Part 2

This series continues based on the premise that effective leadership requires certain interpersonal skills and many of these same skills are necessary to advance any career. So where should we go next with the discussion? I don’t know if it matters. Let’s just dive in and see what happens. The book “Never Eat Alone” by …

How Am I Sabotaging My Future? – Part 1

People sabotage their futures in countless ways, sometimes knowingly, but probably more often by neglect or willful ignorance. The old adage, “What we don’t know won’t hurt us.” comes to mind. As far as the outcome is concerned, it probably doesn’t matter. Either way, the results are a tragic waste through missed opportunities and falling …