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I was recently asked to sit on a career panel for the Western Washington University College of Business & Economics’ Marketing Program. As an advisory board member for the Marketing Department for years, I’m always looking for ways to give back to the school and next generation of students. To prepare for the panel, I […]
Twenty-five years ago, I landed one of my favorite clients. In the past two weeks, I signed two more just like it. That’s not a typo, and it’s not a humble brag about longevity in this business; it’s the whole point of this article. If you’re doing work you love, with people you respect, “retirement” […]
Over the past three decades, I’ve had the privilege of building businesses, advising entrepreneurs, leading agencies, mentoring professionals, and speaking with thousands of marketers about career growth. One theme keeps resurfacing regardless of age, title, or income level. Most people are successful despite how they spend their time, not because of it. I was reminded […]
As founder of career community pdxMindShare, I’ve met thousands of professionals over the last decade and heard their unique stories. Over that time, I’ve had the opportunity to identify trends in what an ideal employee (and employer) should look like. As the former owner of a digital marketing agency, I’ve also been in the unique […]
As a long-time entrepreneur, I’ve had the opportunity to advise a variety of startup companies over the years. In that time, I’ve noticed common themes among fledgling business owners (and executives). One of the recent challenges I’ve faced, is being an effective mentor and advisor. Most entrepreneurs do not have training or experience in how […]
Ever stood at the helm of your own creation, surrounded by people who trust your vision, while a voice inside whispers, “You have no idea what you’re doing”? Welcome to the world of Imposter Syndrome – my constant companion throughout 26 years of entrepreneurship. When I launched pdxMindShare with nothing but determination and a hunch […]
In the lightspeed world of technology startups and commercialization, confusion is more than just a hurdle—it’s a critical threat that can stifle innovation, delay product launches, and erode trust with both customers and investors. Whether it’s an unclear product message, a misaligned team, or a complex user interface, confusion can silently kill momentum and drain […]
Since 1999, I’ve helped students and professionals build their careers through pdxMindShare. I never turn down a coffee meeting to learn individuals’ stories and goals and offer my advice and experience. While long overdue, I felt it was time to create a blog post incorporating helpful links to those looking to enhance their careers in […]
As a member of the Portland Chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization, I participate in a book club. This quarter’s book is “Smash the Funnel” by Eric Keiles and Mike Lieberman. For those not lucky enough to have a copy on hand, or lack the time to read the book before we discuss it as a group, […]
Employee engagement and retention are both costly and common among organizations. Fortunately, there is one affordable and effective strategy companies can implement proven to dramatically increase both employee retention and engagement: stay interviews. Stay interviews are structured conversations between managers and their direct reports to understand what motivates employees to stay with the company. They […]
