Here in Iowa we don't really care as we have had one of the most mild winters in recorded history. But what about other predictions about unemployment, the job market, the stock market, pending legislation? How big of a shadow do those cast as we wonder what kind of year 2012 will become?
Knowing what the future will hold is something we all wish we could capitalize on. But one thing is for certain here in the new year, just as it was in 2011 -- your future is in your own hands and should not be determined by external circumstances. Sure the economy is not doing favors for all of us, but I have found without exception that the people that have been successful the past few years DESPITE the recession have one thing in common -- they have an optimistic, yet realistic outlook on the future.
We are finding that our best clients are making some investments in good talent who share this viewpoint. We can no longer count on 12-15% returns on our 401k investments. We can no longer count on the value of our home increasing by 5-7% every year. We can no longer count on many things that used to be counted on. The one constant we can count on is our attitude and reaction to it all. I will admit that I have not been overly optimistic 24/7 for the past 24-36 months, but I have persevered and maintained a consistent work ethic for both my clients and candidates alike.
What does the future hold for you in 2012? What kind of shadow will you cast?
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