Author Archives: My Greener Future
A little author bio about My Greener Future
My Greener Future is a Job Search Strategy and Career Coaching Company. At My Greener Future, you will be connected with industry coaches who care about you and your career as much as you do. They will work with you to create your very own custom career plan and support you in achieving your short term and long term career goals. Join My Greener Future TODAY and see how it will change the way you think about your career.TRAITS OF A SUCCESSFUL SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
By Bill Kaufmann, President, My Greener Future What does a bit of research and experience say about successful entrepreneurs? They have many traits in common. Most of these characteristics are apparent at an early age. They do not suddenly show up at age 30. Early-age traits of independence … Continue reading the story “TRAITS OF [Read the full story …]
WHEN DO YOU KNOW IT’S TIME TO LOOK FOR A NEW JOB? HERE’S AN APPROACH
By Bill Kaufmann, President of My Greener Future My personal formula for deciding when to seek another job has served me well. It took me about 7 years to understand and articulate my career drivers. They may serve others as well. Here’s a start. First, create three separate scales from 0 to 100. Designate cut [Read the full story …]
AMERICA IS THE LAND OF OPPORTUNITY, EXCEPT FOR THE UNPREPARED
By Bill Kaufmann, President of My Greener Future I had one of those AH-HA moments the other day that led to a question. The question is: “Why don’t we do something about it? Let me give you the list of precipitating facts and see if you can figure out a better answer. 15% of the [Read the full story …]
WHAT THE HECK IS A PURPLE SQUIRREL?
By Bill Kaufmann, President of My Greener Future The phrase “Purple Squirrel” is a book by that name written by Michael Junge. The term refers to the “absolutely perfect” candidate for an open position, one who meets all of the exact qualifications desired by the hiring organization. Why is it called a Purple Squirrel? Because [Read the full story …]
CONSIDERING A BUSINESS EXPANSION OR MERGER?
By Bill Kaufmann, President, My Greener Future If you’re considering an expansion or merger, sit down, take a few deep breadths and read this article. You may thank me later to either move ahead, or not. These are some of the things to think about. WHY DO IT? Make sure your rationale is clear, objective, [Read the full story …]