Rick Smith

In todays environment, it is not a surprise that many professionals feel stuck in a rut. But even in a recession, there is no shortage of things you can proactively do to help move your career forward, and improve your life through work. Here's a starter kit: 1) Take responsibility! ...

"The seeds of great success are often right in front of you, hidden in the ashes of adversity." - Francis Ford Coppola A few years back I had the distinct pleasure to spend an evening with Francis Ford Coppola. Of all the people from different walks of life I have been fortunate ...

During a recent appearance on CNN, I was posed the following question: "Most companies have called for hiring freezes until January, but millions out there are desperate and can't wait. What can these people do to solve their problem?" It is a reasonable question. Bills begin to pile up. Frustration and ...

Dear God: On behalf of Dinosaurs all over the world, we appreciate Your consideration of granting us an "evolutionary bridge loan." For millions of years, we have ruled the earth with pride. We have roamed freely and successfully, growing more powerful with each generation. We acknowledge, though, that we may have made some ...

There is certainly no shortage of finger pointing to go around for the current global economic crisis. But after exhaustive research and contemplation, I have determined that the majority of blame lay squarely at the Manolo Blahnik adorned feet of only one person: Paris Hilton. By now we all are well ...

CNN (Atlanta) -- On December 1, the U.S. Government seized control of Joe the Plumber -- the famed plunger of politics -- preventing average Joe from falling into bankruptcy. Negotiators resisted overtures from Joe's mother to receive a nearly $700 loan and two extra-cheese pizzas, effectively deciding that Joe was ...