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April 25, 2017
How to Recognize (and Respond to) an Organization's Culture
"A Guide for the Idealist" blog post: Idealist planners succeed by understanding and adapting to an organization’s culture, whether it is a bureaucracy or a nonprofit. -
April 25, 2017
Resume Tips and Slips
Writing a resume is a vital part of the job search and the most nerve-wracking. The following "tips and slip-ups" are the result of my many years of reviewing planners' resumes and portfolios. -
March 28, 2017
Don't Get Along With Your Manager? Try Tolerance
"A Guide for the Idealist" blog post: Understanding your manager's point of view is a step in creating a positive and productive relationship with your boss. -
February 28, 2017
Am I Making a Difference?
"A Guide for the Idealist" blog post: As your career proceeds, the impacts of your work will be more clearly seen. -
February 28, 2017
3 Short Steps to Great Public Speaking
Presenting information to groups of people is a fundamental part of being a planner. APA member Michael Blue, FAICP, gives his tips for giving a successful presentation. -
January 31, 2017
Career Plans Are Useless
"A Guide for the Idealist" blog post: You can’t control the trajectory of your career, but you can increase your probability of success with the right mindset. -
January 3, 2017
'Principled Adaptability' Blends Realism and Idealism at Work
A "Guide for the Idealist" blog post: A "principled adaptability" work style addresses the tension between idealism and realism, a balance that's needed to remain grounded in principle and engaged in day-to-day work. -
December 20, 2016
I Need to Quit This Job — Now!
A "Guide for the Idealist" blog post: Tips for addressing adversity at work while saving your dignity and sanity. -
December 6, 2016
Early Career Angst
A "Guide for the Idealist" blog post: Reflect on your desired purpose to get to the root of career anxieties. -
November 29, 2016
How to Start a Planning Consulting Firm
A viable option for many is to start their firm or become an independent contractor. This is not easy and many planners lack the experience and resources necessary to give it a shot and succeed. -
November 22, 2016
Beyond the Public / Private Dichotomy: Big Workplace or Small?
A "Guide for the Idealist" blog post: Weighing the options between working in a small or large firm. -
November 7, 2016
Dealing With Doubt: Am I Good Enough?
A "Guide for the Idealist" blog post: Being honest about your strengths and developing your weaknesses helps you move on from doubt. -
November 7, 2016
What Planners Can Learn From Improv
Courtney Kashima, AICP, encourages planners to explore the techniques of improvisational acting at work. -
October 25, 2016
How Can I Align My Work With Me?
A "Guide for the Idealist" blog post: The best way to discover your most fulfilling career path is to know your values and temperament. -
September 23, 2016
Your Career Path Is a Journey — Are You Navigating?
This is the first blog post in a series called "A Guide for the Idealist," on launching and navigating a planning career. -
June 6, 2016
Embracing Opportunities for Late Career Planners
For planners retirement may not mean the end to working, but a career and life change. We asked a couple of planners how they are managing the transition.
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