Breaking Bamboo: Finding Work-Life Balance
1. What are some techniques for achieving work-life balance? Juggling work and personal life is a skill that many people develop over time. Whether you’re the type of person who …
Breaking Bamboo: Finding Your Calling
1. What factors should I consider when choosing my next job or career? Before deciding on your next job, first take stock of your situation by considering the following factors: …
Breaking Bamboo: Leaving with Purpose
1. How do you know when it’s time to leave a job? Many people stay in jobs long past their expiration date. They do this for a variety of reasons, …
Breaking Bamboo: The Secrets to Happiness
1. How much money is enough? That’s the million (or billion) dollar question! Of course, it depends! Where you live, how many dependents you have, your personal burn rate, and …
Breaking Bamboo: Branding Yourself
1. Once I’ve conquered the corporate game, I’m all set. Right? Yes! Once you reach the top of the corporate game as a partner, C-level executive, or Grand Poobah, you …
Breaking Bamboo: Dealing with the Devil
1. I see others commit unethical or even illegal acts to get ahead. Why shouldn’t I? If you’ve been reading my Breaking Bamboo column for a while, you know that …
Breaking Bamboo: Winning the Corporate Game
1. I got the top job I’ve always wanted. Now what? Once you’ve reached the top, you’ll need to do whatever it takes to stay on top. There will always …
Breaking Bamboo: Selling to Groups
1. Why is it important to learn how to sell to a group? Hopefully at this point in your career I don’t need to convince you of the importance of …
Breaking Bamboo: Taking Risks and Educated Bets
1. What is your opinion on taking risky assignments? How do I know the reward is worth the risk? In business, there is a saying, “There’s no such thing as …
Breaking Bamboo: Getting Your Just Desserts
1. How can a mentor help me get what I want? Every company is an aggregation of people – each of whom is unique. It is for this very reason …