We've all dreamt of bigger and better things in our lives, but it takes time and effort to turn those into a reality. Jeremy Cage, who has held senior management positions at PepsiCo and Procter and Gamble, delivers the most important factors in realizing your dreams. Tim Muma talks with Jeremy about his book, "All Dreams on Deck," where he utilizes his professional experience and personal dream (sailing around the world!)...

It seems like everyone is busy at work, but many are concerned that being busy has contributed to a lack of actual production. Kory Kogon is one of the authors of "The 5 Choices: The Path to Extraordinary Productivity," and she joins Tim Muma to discuss the fine line between production and busy work. Kory fills us in on the common mistakes we all make, and how we can adjust our habits to push past busy and get involved in s...

Finding ways to actually speak with employers is a key to landing your first job, and career fairs give you the opportunity to do so. Courtney Steding, associate director of career services at Penn State Behrend, joins Tim Muma to discuss the vital components of successfully taking advantage of a career fair's design. Courtney clues us into the minor and major strategies that will help you along the way.

There have been countless theories on the types of words and actions that indicate an employee is looking to quit his or her job. Tim Gardner, associate professor of management at the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business (Utah State), was part of a research team who actually created a study to find out what really happens. He explains to Tim Muma which pre-quitting behaviors are most likely a sign someone will be quitting...a...

One key to long-term, sustainable success is the level of performance put forth by each employee. Not every person comes to your organization as an 'A' player, but there are ways to bring them up to high performer status. William Dann, founder and president of Professional Growth Systems, leverages his years in management and as a CEO to discuss the types of communication that develops high performers. He also explains to T...

Many people would like to start a business or be their own boss, but few know where to start. Even having an entrepreneur mentality goes a long way in one's professional success. Steve Mariotti, founder of Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, talks with Tim Muma about the incredible value in understanding the thought processes of entrepreneurs. Steve expresses his belief in the power of entrepreneurship and explains how i...

Many people stress about job interviews, recognizing it's a live, final shot at getting a new position. With proper planning and the right mindset, everyone can have a perfect strategy heading into their job interview. Mike Perry, president of Szarka Financial, has more than 30 years of experience as a hiring manager. He joins Tim Muma to discuss a handful of key items you should focus on for your next interview that will g...

Resumes are a popular topic on LJNRadio for good reason, and for this episode Tim Muma takes a slightly altered approach. He speaks with Jessica Holbrook Hernandez, president and CEO of Great Resumes Fast, who brings her experienced insights with her. The strategy she brings to this show is finding a way to take one's early resume - often short and light on experience - and finding ways to create a stronger, more profession...

A positive reputation can take years or decades to build, but only moments to be tarnished forever. In today's connected world where information is shared globally in seconds, organizations need to be cognizant of everything impacting their reputations. Stephen Hahn-Griffiths, VP of U.S. Strategy Consulting for the Reputation Institute, breaks down the variety of factors effecting the public's perception of a company. He te...

You can find plenty of advice from experts about what you should say and do in a job interview, but the best teacher is often the one who shows you the wrong way to handle things. Go inside a mock interview with Ron Swanson, a man who says and does what he wants, regardless of the consequences. This is how NOT to act when interviewing for a job. (Photo Credit: @Nick_Offerman on Twitter)