“Personality can open doors, but only character can keep them open.” ~Elmer G. Letterman
“The best job goes to the person who can get the job done without coming up with excuses or passing the buck” ~Napolean Hill. What About Politics? Political Astuteness is something that you may not learn in school; however, it plays a significant role in success in business. “Man is by nature a political animal.” ~Aristotle

Take Control: It’s important to keep in mind that you are responsible for your own career. Don’t Expect the Human Resources Department to plan your career. In fact, don’t expect anyone else to be concerned about it either. If there have been times in your career when someone has taken an interest in your promotion, it would have been in their own best interest to do so. Remember, companies are in business primarily to make money. Continue reading Career and Character →