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Brexit and Trump: A Vote On Globalization and How It Will Impact You

December 30, 2016 |
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It’s been a crazy year. As the last days of 2016 have taken fan-favorite stars like Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds, and George Michael, Facebook and Twitter have been ablaze with people sharing their displeasure that 2016 seems to be adding insult to injury in its waning moments before it exits into the history books. “You…

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My Top 25 Books of 2016

December 18, 2016 |
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I’ve been an avid reader since I can remember. I think this became a part of my life as a young boy as I watched my father in his study read, research, and write. For me, this was just a part of life. I am in a constant pursuit of the next great book that…

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Love Your Work

December 11, 2016 |
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Merry Christmas! I hope you have had a great 2016. Brandi and I have had a wonderful year as we welcomed an addition to our family. Zevadiah “Zev” Kingston is our little caboose and has completely stolen our hearts. We feel blessed to have amazing “bookend sons” and four wonderful daughters. As you can imagine,…

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Are millennials’ confused expectations contributing to their job hunting woes?

July 5, 2016 |
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Should we have a discussion about job expectations in this new economy? In this FoxNews article I highlight a few things I see hampering millennials in their post college job transition and those later in their careers looking to progress. It certainly struck a nerve with some as the comment section lit up with wild…

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My Top 10 Books for 2015

January 1, 2016 |
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These books were fantastic! I try to average at least two books a month throughout a normal calendar year for professional development. Here is my top 10 list for 2015 that had the biggest impact on my life, thinking, and business endeavors. I know you will enjoy and get a lot out of them as…

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Give the Gift of a Successful Career!

December 3, 2015 |
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How much is a successful career worth today? This Christmas season if you know of a high school or college student making plans for their career or a mid-career professional who is unhappy and considering a transition, consider giving them the gift of a book that contains practical tools and resources that will inspire and…

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How TwentySomethings Are Changing the Workplace

November 21, 2015 |
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I recently wrote an essay for Relevant Magazine. Due to its length it was shortened (you can read the shorter Relevant Magazine version here.) For those who would like to read the full version I have posted it below. This is an important economic issue that will impact each of us and everyone we know.…

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The Most Important Questions Millennials Aren’t Asking

November 15, 2015 |
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I have long believed that the quality of our lives is determined in large part by the quality of our questions. What we ask leads us to truth and can then lead us toward objectives and goals that make up the significant aspects of our lives. My curious mind and constant question-asking in college earned…

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Work: It’s Not a Four Letter Word

November 11, 2015 |
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Work can be a four-letter word in our culture. Pundits demagogue against successful businesses, and demonize the one-percent as “financial parasites” said to be profiting unfairly. Charitable and non-profit work is extolled often as a better way to help a community. But in truth, if you want to change the world, consider starting a business…

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The #1 Rule for Building a Valuable Network

October 5, 2015 |
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My father taught me early in life that it’s not what you know, it’s who you know that matters. I’ve found his wisdom true on multiple occasions. Early in my military career as a young lieutenant, my assignment officer told me the only open position for a logistics officer was a remote assignment in Korea.…

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