Reading Time: 3 minutes[Initially posted Feb 4, 2013] I started writing about work ethic and about my husband too. There’s a reason or two for my posts on these subject matters, you can read my disclaimer here. But first, a little story about Randy. As a teenager, one of Randy’s first jobs was as a newspaper carrier. He… Continue reading Randy’s Jobs, Work Ethic, and How About a Nap?
Tag: Career Counseling
Motivational Assessments…Right on Baby!
Reading Time: 3 minutesBack in February 2012 I wrote about motivation….and am continuing with this psychological feature of life. Sometimes I look back and say to myself, gee Amy you must be a pretty darn motivated person huh? So is my husband for that matter. We’ve both accomplished quite a bit at this point in life. But boy,… Continue reading Motivational Assessments…Right on Baby!
Interview Motivation & My Daughter The Hulk!
Reading Time: 2 minutesOriginal Post dated: 11-2-2012 In this week’s writing, I’m enhancing my blog from last week about job interviewing and encourage you, if you are seeking a job, to study certain traits to create a positive image during an interview (or for any type of communication with a human)! But first, I want to congratulate my… Continue reading Interview Motivation & My Daughter The Hulk!
Your Presence is Key to Landing a Job…It Ripples!
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe key to landing a job is how well you present yourself during the interview. Study these traits to create a positive image! Presence ~ Your first impression is very important. In fact, it ripples through the entire interview. Do what you can to create a positive presence through manners, wearing the appropriate clothing to… Continue reading Your Presence is Key to Landing a Job…It Ripples!
Can You Make Money? Save Money? Solve Problems? Yes! Then You’re Hired!
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen I stay out of town or I can tell in a second if the water I’m showering in or drinking is hard. Hard water feels different (icky) and tastes different (ucky). When the quality of your water is soft, the soap you use in your bathtub, shower, sink, washing machine, dishwasher, and on your… Continue reading Can You Make Money? Save Money? Solve Problems? Yes! Then You’re Hired!
Chicagoland….My Birthday….and the Riot Fest! What a weekend!
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe returned from Chicago early this morning, say like 2AM… and I suppose Randy is a bit tired from driving, basically, since Friday morning when we left our hotel at 6AM for other activities! But I’m sure he’s enjoying teaching today! We went to Downtown Chicago on Friday and checked out the sites. I always… Continue reading Chicagoland….My Birthday….and the Riot Fest! What a weekend!
Smartphone for a Dumbperson? Setting SMART Goals!
Reading Time: 4 minutes(Original post date Aug 6, 2012) Last week I wrote about my assessment prowess, ad to move on, I’d like to share with you that… Finally, I assessed cell phone technology, made a “smart” decision and got a smartphone, aSamsung Galaxy S III! Jacob, the almost 18-year-old says, “Answer your smartphone, or are you too… Continue reading Smartphone for a Dumbperson? Setting SMART Goals!
A Whirlwind…A Heart in the Sand & Back to Ordinary Life!
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhew, what a whirlwind of activity over the past couple of months (original post early summer 2012): Jake graduated high school (and he accompanied me on a business trip to Wisconsin to celebrate). Arin turned 16 (and bought a green Jetta shortly thereafter). The newest edition to our family – Alaska, a white kitten –… Continue reading A Whirlwind…A Heart in the Sand & Back to Ordinary Life!
My Dad’s Work…And Retirement!
Reading Time: 4 minutesContinuing on from my post on Father’s Day about my father Dick Prochnow, and his work…. After he was fired in 1993, even though the situation clearly was not warranted, came out of the blue, and was unjustified, dad didn’t falter. Shortly thereafter, he applied for work at a local construction company and was hired… Continue reading My Dad’s Work…And Retirement!
My Dad and His Work. Happy Fathers Day!
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen I was growing up my dad, Dick Prochnow, continued his career with Culligan Soft Water that began in 1959 in Northbrook, Illinois. Here’s the link to my original post on How did I get into Rehab Counseling? Dad started as a material handler in the plant, doing prepackaging as well as painting work, and supervising a… Continue reading My Dad and His Work. Happy Fathers Day!