February 2008 - Posts

Focus on Your Weaknesses
February 26, 2008 11:15 AM by Scott Warner

In an interview, I was asked, "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" This generic question--too vague to tease a useful response--echoes our tendency to expose our strengths and shield our weaknesses. The question implies admitting to a weakness is Read More...

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A New Work Perspective
February 19, 2008 12:03 PM by Scott Warner

Law and medicine careers may be losing self-respect, according to this article in the Dallas News . While these professions are still solidly supported by pay, security, schooling and responsibility, there is a sense that their status is waning. Excerpt: Read More...

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Encourage Dialogue
February 8, 2008 2:40 PM by Scott Warner

Many years ago, a worried pediatrician followed me around one evening. I remember this vividly for two reasons. One, he looked a little like Tom Baker in Doctor Who minus a long scarf and bag of Jelly Babies . Two, working alone had never been so stressful. Read More...

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