Petey’s Blog

A recent Dallas Morning News article suggests that the bust in the economy may become a boom for job seekers. “As boomers retire, a gap of 4 million jobs is possible.

In her recent FORTUNE article, Jessi Hempel wrote, “Facebook is for fun. Tweets have a short shelf life”. If you’re serious about managing your career, the only social site that really matters is LinkedIn.

The phrase “Get ‘er done!” is a motto more people than Larry the Cable Guy can adopt. Many of us in business have more drive than “do.” Perhaps the problem is less about vision and more about execution. Here’s a few steps to help you to execute your plans more effectively:

Whatever happened to “please” and “thank you?” When did you last hear — or say — the words, “pardon me;” “Excuse me,” “Yes” (instead of “yup” or “whatever”)? Where are the Momisms from long ago?

The 2010 awards season has just ended – and the campaigning for the 2011 season has just begun! I believe you can learn business tips from just about anything. Here’s a few thoughts on this year’s Academy Awards© program:

What does YOUR reputation say about YOU? Here’s my thoughts on becoming an outstanding leader:

Did you take advantage of the new deductions and credits with so many changes to tax rules for 2009? Consider these KipTips:

Achieving overall health must include securing your financial health.  But attaining financial peace of mind takes effort. The consequences of insufficient planning are sleepless nights and fading hopes of the retirement and security you envisioned.