by Rhonda Scharf | Sep 23, 2019 | Ask Rhonda, Efficiency, Help Me Rhonda
Every day, we see people whose photos should hang in the Professional Hall of Shame. People who are simply awful at their jobs, and who somehow manage to get away with bad behavior. They never get fired, but they give their profession a bad name. There are some...
by Rhonda Scharf | Sep 17, 2019 | Ask Rhonda, Efficiency, Help Me Rhonda
My dad had a heart attack last year which was quickly followed by successful triple-bypass surgery. It was an emotional time, but I’m happy to report that all is well and Dad is recovering nicely. A big part of his recovery is due to his medical team. Dr. Jones and...
by Rhonda Scharf | Sep 13, 2019 | Ask Rhonda, Communication, Help Me Rhonda
I recently had an opportunity to speak with “Ann” (not her real name) about her career. She has been an Executive Assistant for more than 25 years and for the past 20 has worked with her organization’s CEO. They have an excellent working relationship. However, he is...
by Rhonda Scharf | Sep 6, 2019 | Ask Rhonda, Efficiency, Help Me Rhonda
Confucius said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” It’s a lovely thought. Except, it’s just not true. When you love something, and it becomes your “job,” it will naturally change the way you look at it. I’m sure not all...
by Rhonda Scharf | Aug 30, 2019 | Ask Rhonda, Efficiency, Goal Setting
Do you love your job because you’re good at it, or are you good at your job because you love it? I love what I do. I love it, and I’m good at it. I’m not sure which came first (chicken/egg) but I’m fortunate to have both elements. But what if one of them was missing?...
