If an interviewer asks you a question like, “Tell me about a time when you evaluated a new technology to solve an old problem,” be sure to use the STAR Model to help yourself give a satisfying answer. STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action, Result. It’s great for answering all sorts of questions about your… Continue reading STAR Interview Tip
Month: July 2015
ASIDE: I’m writing this week from the Great Salt Lake Council Bear Lake Aquatics Base. The Scoutmasters Lounge has WIFI! Oh, and there’s a Scoutmaster’s Lounge! (Not pictured.)
Accidental Jerk Still Equals Jerk
When my future wife, Ann, first met me in 10th grade she thought I was a “pompous jerk.” (She didn’t tell me that for years, though.) It was because of how I talked. Now she says that, after she got to know me, she realized that was just the way I spoke. She is too kind.… Continue reading Accidental Jerk Still Equals Jerk
I’m back from my mountain-top experience. Almost a week, now.
The training made a bigger impact on me than the material itself could do. The caliber of the instructors and attendees, along with the unique setting built up an experience that exceeds the models and thoughts of the course author.
A very good experience. I recommend it. (NOTE: BSA programs are a significant portion of the instruction so keep that in mind before signing up.)
I’ve taken it easy reintegrating with my life. I’m not listening to as many news articles and books, yet.
I’m trying to make room for a piece of the mountaintop to take hold in my Salt Lake Valley life-style.
It feels good to hold back a bit on all my habits this week. Too often I encounter something inspiring and rush on to the next thing.
We must create patterns of delivery in our lives. But life’s richness comes from the experiences that make you pause.