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Divorce: Prepare for Surgery MASH-Style
Acceptance / Adaptability / Moving On / Staying Positive

Divorce: Prepare for Surgery MASH-Style

“Scalpel,” commands the divorce lawyer. “Scalpel,” confirms his paralegal, handing him the knife. “Sponge,” demands the lawyer. “Sponge! Sponge! Sponge! Damn . . . watch out y’all; we have a bleeder.” ——————- Divorce. It cuts like a cold, steel knife. It cuts your life and everyone around you. If you elect surgery, you have been … Continue reading »

Near-Fatal Job Market Fueling Middle-Aged Suicide Rate?
Adaptability / Career Change / Challenge / Job Search / We Are Connected

Near-Fatal Job Market Fueling Middle-Aged Suicide Rate?

The New York Times recently ran an article entitled “Suicide Rates Rise Sharply in U.S.” in which the reporter, Tara Parker-Pope, relays a startling fact: “From 1999 to 2010, the suicide rate among Americans ages 35 to 64 rose by nearly 30 percent.” So, middle-agers are now filling in what once was a huge gap … Continue reading »

Ridiculous Job Listings Rant & a Call For 7 Habits of Highly Effective Companies
Career Change / Job Search

Ridiculous Job Listings Rant & a Call For 7 Habits of Highly Effective Companies

It’s amazing how little prospective employers are willing to pay for an educated, skilled employee. Scouring the Help Wanted ads, I find it amusing how many hiring entities are offering a whopping $10 or $15 an hour for college-educated, highly skilled staff with umpteen number of years experience. For this generous salary, you–the prospective employee–must  … Continue reading »