The Executive Ladder

Passion Pays Off

Do you know someone who is passionate about their work?  How can you tell?  Do people see passion in you when they observe you at work?  If not, you might want to make some changes. 

While reviewing a backlog of email this morning, I found something worth sharing.  An announcement about an internal promotion at TypePad.  Here it is:

New Leadership for TypePad

"I'm pleased to announce that I've asked Michael Sippey, our VP of Product, to become the General Manager for TypePad. He has been a key part of the executive team at Six Apart since August 2004. Michael's a veteran blogger who is a longtime user of and advocate for Six Apart's products. His love and knowledge of TypePad is as impressive as his passion for delivering a great product, and I'm confident that having Michael serve as GM will lead to amazing things for TypePad and its community of users."

-- Barak Berkowitz, Chairman and CEO, Six Apart, Ltd.

When you work with passion, you get noticed -- and promoted.  Have you "lost that lovin' feelin" for your job?  What steps can you take to get it back again?  Figure that out and soon you could be the subject of an announcement like this one. 

It's Almost Ready...

I've been working really hard to get my website up and running.  I never knew how long it took and how much work is actually involved.  I have written copy, reports, free online assessments, and articles to create a very content rich website. 

There were many days when I thought it would never be finished.  I'm working on the final details, and I have to tell you, it's all I can do to motivate myself to complete it.  You see, I'm a big picture person.  I have tons of great ideas, and love starting new projects but I don't like to tie up the loose ends. 

Because I know how important this project is to my business goals, I'm staying focused and I have a lot of help.  I never could have done it without such a great support system.

What areas are you finding yourself procrastinating?  Can you implement a support system to help you overcome your roadblocks to success?   

Consider what it will take to get you from where you are to where you want to be.  What resources will you need?  How much of a commitment will you need to make? 

Line up your resources and close the gap. 

Slow Posting

I've been a slacker lately.  Well, just when it comes to my blog.  I haven't been posting as much as I would like to because I've been working on several projects. 

I told you about the audio project with Milana.  I'm also working on a free special report, a career action planning workbook, and my new website (if I don't stop editing it, I'll never get it up).   

By Thursday afternoon, I was starting to have a meltdown.  Do you ever work so hard, for so long, that you can actually feel your brain starting to fry?  That's what was happening to me.  So I took a much needed three day weekend to rest and rejuvenate.  Now I'm back and ready to finish my projects.  I actually couldn't wait to get started this morning.  I was laying in bed at 6:30 thinking of all the things I wanted to work on. 

Sometimes you just need a break.  Haven't taken one in awhile?  Here are ten reasons to consider it...

Top Ten Reasons to Play

Stop Hiding Behind Excuses...Be Successful!

While I was searching for turnover statistics and I landed on Careerbuilder’s website and got sidetracked reading the article “Do Pretty People Earn More?” 

I continue to run across information and articles that people use as a personal crutch.  However, I will say that this particular article had both a positive spin and advice for anyone who isn’t confident about their appearance.  Bill Gates, Jack Welch, and Ross Perot are nothing to get too excited about in looks department.  Their bank accounts are another story all together. 

You don't have to look like a supermodel to be successful.  The point is to maximize your assets, be confident, and leverage your talents.  The quote in the crossword puzzle last week was “The only time success comes before work is in the dictionary.”  Work hard, follow your plan and you will find success.  People who hide behind excuses don’t get far, in their career or in life.

We were all born with limitless potential.  Are you living up to yours? 

Look to Basketball for Inspiration

The Florida Gators are playing in the NCAA Basketball Championship Game tonight.  At a party to watch the Final Four on Saturday, I overheard someone say that no one but the Gator basketball team thought they would make it this far. This determination and confidence has taken them to the pinnacle of college basketball.

Do you possess the confidence and determination to reach your career goals?  Do you surround yourself with people who are supportive and believe in you?  Do you personally think you have what it takes to make it to the top?

Attitude has a big impact on how far you go in life.  Just look at the third-seeded Gator basketball team if you need a little inspiration. 

Go Gators!