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Comment on Find Your “Zone of Genius” by Deborah

Deborah — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 11:19:08 +0000

Hey Carl
I think you are amazing. You are so open to learning and change. I am impressed.
People often say, I hate getting older. I say, I love getting older (I am fortunate enough to be very healthy) because I get to say what I think… I mean what is someone going to do.. think I’m stupid, crazy? What do I care?
Live and let live… I have a lot to do in my life and I don’t have time to worry about people who don’t like the way I live mine. Yahoo!

Comment on Find Your “Zone of Genius” by Carl Hoffman

Carl Hoffman — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 01:38:46 +0000

I bought the book on your recommendation and will read it tonight. I score well over 50 but there is room for improvement. I need to quit being so sensitive and let the chips fall. I admire the creativity of many young adults who are willing to suffer embarrassment to get a response. I am usually composed but my son said don’t worry the worst that can happen is they laugh at you. As you know some make a living getting people to laugh at them.

Comment on Be a Great Negotiator in 5 Easy Steps by Career Development Carnival: April 2013

Career Development Carnival: April 2013 — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 10:05:08 +0000

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Comment on Judgement is Easy, Integrity is Hard by Michele Heine

Michele Heine — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:59:00 +0000

Deb, I completely agree with you. People need to get out of their cocooned life and mingle with people who are different. It opens up a whole new world when you do.

Comment on Speaking & Workshops by JR

JR — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 00:33:18 +0000

How bout some wings?

Comment on Life’s Like a Ten-Speed Bike… by Career Development Carnival Dec 2012 | jobwinningresumes

Career Development Carnival Dec 2012 | jobwinningresumes — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:07:56 +0000

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Comment on Don’t Follow Your Passion and Other Good Advice by Deborah

Deborah — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:55:35 +0000

Hi Carl, Wow.. you are an inspiration. I love the Winston Churchill quote; that image is going to stay with me — those worn out elbows. I am busy with teaching, consulting and have a relatively new west coast client (who is also a relative), whose business I am helping to launch so I abandoned my blog for a few weeks but I hope I’m back! thank you for your support.

Comment on Don’t Follow Your Passion and Other Good Advice by Carl Hoffman

Carl Hoffman — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:43:36 +0000

Thank you for keeping this blog alive, because it enriches my life. What you said here is excellent advice. You wrote: “I would like to expand this idea. Be really good at what you do. I mean really good. Be a leader in your chosen field. Write blog posts, become a speaker, share information on LinkedIn.
But on top of that, be a person who is trusted and who cares about others. This is the secret sauce to a happy life. Passions change and skills need to be constantly updated, but a person who can gain quickly earn the trust of those around them is invaluable. Be genuine, be kind and find way to be of service.”

You are right passions change. I have a garage full of former and present passions. All of them have deeply blessed my life. The good news two of our cars still comfortable fit there. Personally, I think my passion is what keeps me interesting as a human being. Recently, I have jumped in the deep end of the pool in painting. I have painted about 60 paintings in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel mediums. I have taken 45 lessons and have attended many demonstrations and two workshops. In the last month I have come across the book “Painting as a Pastime” by Winston S. Churchill. He hit the nail on the head when he said, “Change is the master key, a man can wear out a particular part of his mind by continually using and tiring it, just the same way he can wear out the elbows of his coat.” I am using a different part of my brain with this passion and frankly my vocation is more enjoyable.

Comment on Long Haired Freaks Need Not Apply (Then), Tatooed Workers Need Not Apply (Now) by Deborah

Deborah — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:53:33 +0000

Hi Michele, thanks for your comment; you are in good company regarding your son.
It’s not the 20 somethings who need to change… it’s the older generation. If they are not wise enough to see past his long hair to see his talent then someone else will. I wish I could hire him!

Comment on Long Haired Freaks Need Not Apply (Then), Tatooed Workers Need Not Apply (Now) by Michele heine

Michele heine — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:28:58 +0000

Deb,
I agree that people need to be more open about who they hire and not prejudice themselves against good candidates just because of some of surface appearance issues.
My 17 year old son is one of those long haired kids (no tattoos) that I’m concerned won’t be able to find a job to support himself because his appearance will limit where he can apply.
Thanks for bringing the issue to people’s attention.
Michele