Category Archives: Networking

Uncomfortable Conversations

In the early days of HIMS, I negotiated with vendors until there was no more room for saving. I was proud of this. But years later, an early HIMS employee emailed me about the super uncomfortable conversations I used to … Continue reading →

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Two Way Conversation

When you ask a candidate where they hope to see themselves in five years, you gather a lot more information about this candidate’s needs, challenges, and ambitions. It also gives you an opportunity to offer concrete examples of ways your … Continue reading →

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Mentorship

I think the best thing I can give someone somebody is how to be successful. It’s like mentorship, which they can take or leave.

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Confront and Overcome the Unexpected in Business

1. Step up to the plate. A job loss or divorce may make you want to conceal what’s happening. Don’t. Accept what’s happened, move on and ask yourself, “What should I do?” 2. Be the batter, not the ball. Circumstances … Continue reading →

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Do the Work

If this person did hours of research on me and decide I’m a perfect match for them, what would that look like? Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real life wisdom on … Continue reading →

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