Posted by Bernie Reifkind on June 30, 2009

You’d be surprised how common the following scenario is played out almost daily.
A recruiter finds an outstanding candidate for a critical job opening on behalf of a valued client and the candidate has expressed sincere interest. A resume is then requested. So what happens next?
Monday
Candidate: “Yes of course, I’ll send you my resume-I will email [...]

Posted by Bernie Reifkind on June 30, 2009

Fiction: Money and security are the most important reasons that people change jobs.
Fact: The most important reason that people stay or leave is their boss. Are you providing an awesome place to work?
Fiction: Employers should have a policy of fairness and should treat every employee the same way.
Fact: Every employee is a dynamic individual and is motivated by [...]

Posted by Bernie Reifkind on June 30, 2009

There may be a financial recession in the nation’s economy but the bigger recession is in most people’s attitude towards their work and their career.
1. If you are unemployed, begin with the attitude that you are “between jobs”.
• Your attitude determines your altitude
• Your full time job should be looking for a full time job.
• Begin your day, creating [...]

Posted by Bernie Reifkind on June 30, 2009

What we learned on the playground and how it applies on the field of business
1. Understand the rules prior to the game. Ask questions if you are not completely
clear on any aspect of the rules.
2. Play fair but play extremely hard to win.
3. The game is usually won by strategy, not always by being first.
4. [...]

Posted by admin on June 27, 2009

How do you define courage?
According to www.webster.com, “Courage” is defined as “mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.”
This definition appears to be a reasonable and rational explanation to a word that in reality is redefined at every moment of our lives.  One person’s courage is another person’s routine.  One [...]