The Nine Star Social Values: How to Thrive in 2013 by Mike Lipkin

Here's what I know based on twenty years of Environics Social Values Research, and my own personal experience: Stars have Nine Social Values that enable them to shine. Let's explore each of the Nine Star Social Values and they can boost your capacity to achieve extraordinary results this year...

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Breakout Opportunities Are What Accelerates Your Career by Reid Hoffman

Success begins with opportunities. Opportunities are like the snap to the quarterback in football. You still have to move the ball down the field; you still have to execute. But without a snap to the quarterback, there’s no touchdown. For a young lawyer, an opportunity could mean being assigned to work with the smartest partner in the firm. For an artist, it could be a last-minute offer (perhaps due to a cancellation) to exhibit at a prominent museum. For a student, it could mean being awarded a rare scholarship to travel and do research.

If finding these opportunities were a matter of simply walking into a store, rifling through a dusty bin of opportunities, picking one, and then checking out, the hierarchy of power in the world would look quite a bit different. Of course, it doesn’t work that way. It’s up to you—with the help of your network—to go out and find and develop professional opportunities for yourself. And not just any old opportunity will do. Entrepreneurs don’t start businesses just anywhere; they channel the mind-set and skills we’ve been discussing into finding the great business opportunities. Likewise, in order to accomplish something significant in your career, you need to focus on finding and capitalizing on those great career opportunities: the opportunities that will extend your competitive advantage and accelerate your Plan A or Plan B. - read more here.

As well, go back to this post The Ninth Quality: They are Natural Networkers and look for opportunities.

Could 13 Be Your Lucky Number? by Alan Kearns

__________________________________________________________________ Monday Morning Motivator | CareerJoy  Canada's Career & Leadership Coaching Company Dec 31, 2012 | The "Lucky 13" Edition __________________________________________________________________

This year is brought to you by the "lucky" number 13. Are you going to have a great year in 2013? Will you get that promotion or a new job? WiWell, some people might respond "It depends how 'lucky' I am." In a Gallop Poll, 72% of people had some form of superstition, including numbers. Why does the number 13 became something we perceive as unlucky? If you think it has something to do with elevators, not exactly, there was supposedly 13 people at The Last Supper. Does luck play a role in your life? I read a terrific book about this subject by Dr.Richard Wiseman, The Luck Factor:The Scientific Study of the Lucky Mind. This book came about as he was curious why some people, categorized themselves as "lucky" while others saw themselves as "unlucky." Which category would you put yourself in? Dr. Wiseman decided to do a research project looking at this question surrounding luck. He looked at the lives of over 400 people ranging in age from 18-84, from all walks of life. He discovered 4 qualities that was consistent with those that described themselves as "lucky." Lucky people are skilled at creating, noticing and acting upon chance opportunities. They do this in various ways, including networking, adopting a relaxed attitude to life and being open to new experiences. Lucky people make effective decisions by paying attention to their intuition and gut feelings. In addition, they take steps to actively boost their intuitive abilities.  For example, meditating and spiritual practices. Lucky people are certain the future is going to be full of good fortune. These expectations become self-fulfilling prophecies because lucky people persist in the face of failure and shape their interactions with others in a positive way. Lucky people employ various psychological and spiritual techniques to cope with (and even thrive upon) the ill fortune that comes their way. Is 2013 going to be a lucky year for your career? Go with the odds & practice the 4 "luck" principles. Your career & the rest of your life, will thank you for it. CareerClass Webinar | New Year - New You | Get the Right Career Right Now! Thurs, Jan 3rd:12-1 P.M. ET. Invest 1 hour of your time to take control of your career in 2013, all from the comfort & convenience of your own desk. Click for more details & to register. Looking for help with your personal brand in 2013? Looking to become a more effective leader? Who's your career coach? Need help with a professional resume, job search and interview preparation? Invest in yourself & get the edge in this competitive job market. Take a small step and book an initial coaching session. Happy New Year & "good luck", along the road with you! Alan P.S. When was the last time you had a career checkup? Invest 45 minutes to get a true picture how "healthy" your career is. It's easy to do. click here for details & to get started. P.P.S. Looking for help to choose the right career in 2013? The Career Identity Program is a terrific way to get your career on the right track. Click here for more details & to get started Contact Information __________________________________________________________________ e-mail: Michele@CareerJoy.com phone: 1-877-256-2569 ext 0 web:  http://www.CareerJoy.com