tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.comments2011-08-03T15:40:04.379-07:00Mark Runtanoreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-92077241083393796742008-01-07T11:40:00.000-08:002008-01-07T11:40:00.000-08:00There is a name for establishing your credibility - "active marketing". Never realized the importance of my everyday actions and interactions on my brand. This section was an eye-opener on how to market yourself.Srininoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-10096694755158715732008-01-06T14:20:00.000-08:002008-01-06T14:20:00.000-08:00I do agree that people should worry less about the length of their stay with a company and proactively seek other opportunities as a means to progress their careers. In my experience, I can tell you I have seen a change in the perceptions towards those candidates that change jobs every 2-3 years, but most hiring managers I have dealt with are quick to question those that “hop” jobs.walternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-52101936212999342012008-01-05T08:57:00.000-08:002008-01-05T08:57:00.000-08:00Moving about is also problematic from a perspection perspective. Recruiters are leery of candidates who have had multiple jobs in the past. One needs to be cautious before switching jobs.SwamyNathnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-40270131932967496232008-01-05T08:55:00.000-08:002008-01-05T08:55:00.000-08:00Most of my managers are only concerned with my billable state. Career growth and mentoring are alien concepts to them. I need to find better managers to work with.Nicknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-86328480674182237892008-01-04T07:39:00.000-08:002008-01-04T07:39:00.000-08:00Love this eGuide. The links are great and provide good reference information.SusanLeenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-18822979836356992012008-01-03T12:55:00.000-08:002008-01-03T12:55:00.000-08:00I wish I had tracked all my yearly accomplishments. Now I am having to review my emails and search for feedback that will validate my performance review. Definitely a lesson learned.Michael_Knoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-49866937194157235712008-01-02T18:33:00.000-08:002008-01-02T18:33:00.000-08:00I agree 100% that it is very important to surround youself with smart people for career success.DAWnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-46578024283247774992008-01-02T18:32:00.000-08:002008-01-02T18:32:00.000-08:00I appreciate the fact that there is a reminder of the things that impact my job - everyday.Bessinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-72418210130250691142008-01-02T10:50:00.000-08:002008-01-02T10:50:00.000-08:00Ties in nicely with my 2008 resolution to actively manage my career and get a promotion. Great advice.Chucknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-30892950095649589752008-01-01T10:19:00.000-08:002008-01-01T10:19:00.000-08:00I’ve been struggling with this “find your passion” and “do what you love” language for some time now. But unfortunately it does not work for me. I’ve done plenty of things I’ve loved, and the money never came. Conversely, what was routine ended up putting dollars in the bank. I think we need to rethink this misleading, possibly damaging success mantra.Annanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-63684332645841686302007-12-30T11:53:00.000-08:002007-12-30T11:53:00.000-08:00I realise how the “Golden Handcuffs” have taken control as we, little by little, tighten them over our own wrists.<BR/><BR/>It's a wake-up call for those of us on autopilot.Aparna Kumarnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-40661270233699613352007-12-30T11:51:00.000-08:002007-12-30T11:51:00.000-08:00Mark - We should alwaus remember that even in making the hard decisions, you can’t lose sight of the fact that you are making a decision. Even the choice to change nothing is a choice.Mayanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-54715537962328320822007-12-30T11:49:00.000-08:002007-12-30T11:49:00.000-08:00Thanks for reminding us that we have the power to make choices in life. <BR/><BR/>I appreciate your forthrightness in pointing out that being smart professionals is all about taking responsibility and making tough choices.RMnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-48742670818872054782007-12-29T12:32:00.000-08:002007-12-29T12:32:00.000-08:00what was it I heard…<BR/>"Whether you know it or not, you already have a brand - others have determined your brand for you."<BR/><BR/>Once you think of it that way, you realize the importance of building your own brand and image.daranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-43079940296417611862007-12-29T12:30:00.000-08:002007-12-29T12:30:00.000-08:00I find it interesting that everyone who looks for career advancement uses the tools laid out in this guide - even if they don’t know it. When looking for a leg up what is the first thing people do - they turn to people they know. Their resume is filled with things that they are good at and hopefully shows what they excel at. And Lastly, when they land that promotion they want to make the impression that they are likeable. It’s just common sense - and I think it is great advice to use these tools ALL the time to make that name for yourself.Timnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-88934902595175827722007-12-29T12:21:00.000-08:002007-12-29T12:21:00.000-08:00One of the best career guides I have come across. Excellent!Billnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-50065407757962721642007-12-21T07:27:00.000-08:002007-12-21T07:27:00.000-08:00My only regret - why was this guide not available sooner.RavatiRaonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-84491097247551049582007-12-21T07:25:00.000-08:002007-12-21T07:25:00.000-08:00Hard work is the key to success - and Mark seems to pay too little attention to that. All the other stuff is just ... stuff!JayZnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-8147982502639966912007-12-19T20:29:00.000-08:002007-12-19T20:29:00.000-08:00I have struggled for years to get a promotion. My submissions to online job posting go nowhere. This guide gives me some understanding of where I was going wrong. Not cultivating a network was my biggest mistake. I need to fix that and get my career back on track. Great ideas presented by Mr.Mark. Thanks.Subbunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-16353278860651125612007-12-18T14:16:00.000-08:002007-12-18T14:16:00.000-08:00Good job Mr.Runta. The links to all the references are fantastic.BillyBobnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-27848679997428831682007-12-18T13:13:00.000-08:002007-12-18T13:13:00.000-08:00When are the other guides being published?AsimKhannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-6812487152527424022007-12-18T13:12:00.000-08:002007-12-18T13:12:00.000-08:002008 will start with a bang!!!Thanks for putting this guide out there.JWhitenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-67063787792871635592007-12-18T11:10:00.000-08:002007-12-18T11:10:00.000-08:00Nothing special here. Mostly common sense stuff but its nice to have all in one place.ITDudenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7544702165717805866.post-65043253367988080362007-12-18T11:09:00.000-08:002007-12-18T11:09:00.000-08:00I heard about this eGuide from my team lead. I like it very much - especially the section on "active marketing". Thanks.Bala R.noreply@blogger.com