This week my calendar looks like this: ​ Monday Kid 1 Soccer practice Tuesday Kid 2 Baseball game Wednesday Kid 1 soccer practice Kid 2 Flag football game Thursday Kid 1 Flag football practice Kid 2 Baseball practice Friday Kid 2 Baseball practice & … [Read more...]

The myth of the “overnight success” is one of the worst things in our society. We believe so strongly that people got a “lucky break” to be where they are. We think: They’re lucky that they're so skinny. They’re lucky that they are so talented. They’re lucky that they got on TV. We … [Read more...]

A quick recap from yesterday: 1- Be clear with yourself. There are lots of jobs out there. This ONE isn’t the only thing available and even if it’s your dream job, you probably won’t be there in 10 years. 2- Get some practice. Practice with a friend. Look up lists of interview questions and … [Read more...]

This email came in asking for some words of wisdom. Not only did I graciously give them, but I will pass them along to you as well. === I’m really interested in orthopedic surgery. I currently have four ortho interviews coming up soon. Do you have any advice for this? === First of all, … [Read more...]

I hear from community members all the time about the experience question. “How do I get a job that requires experience?” “I can’t get experience if I don’t have any.” It’s a vicious cycle. Let me tell you that I personally know over 40 PAs who got jobs in competitive surgical fields … [Read more...]