Even when you’ve been in the workforce for a considerable amount of time, there are still many ways that insecurities can creep in and begin to weigh you down. Read on for ways that you might be sneakily engaging in negative self-talk that can ruin your career.
Read MoreWhen it comes to creating a brand for yourself, many people immediately think of LinkedIn. While this is an important tool in order to brand for your career, it's also crucial to understand how your personal brand intertwines with the story you want to tell professionally. In other words, what does your brand mean to you?
Read MoreAre you staring at the calendar in disbelief that you began working from home over a year ago? So are we! Whether your office has adopted a hybrid model, or made the announcement that the physical space is closing down, it’s clear that we’re in this for the long haul. So, to make the most of your work from home experience, read on for some career maven tips below!
Read MoreWe spend a lot of time working. In fact, with the traditional retirement age being 65, many people spend well over 40 years of their life working. With all this time dedicated to making a living, have you ever stopped to think about the difference between a job and a career?
Read MoreThe day has come! You sent in your application, aced the initial interview, and now an offer is on the table. This is where the tricky part comes in - how do you negotiate your salary? Read on for three tips to ask for what you want with confidence and tact.
Read MoreEveryone knows what it’s like to have a long week at work and look forward to a relaxing Friday night. You tell yourself that all you need is a little rest and then you’ll be good as new. But what happens when major exhaustion creeps in and the “Sunday scaries” become a little too much to handle?
Read MoreToday let’s talk about a phrase that is deeply ingrained in the fabric of professionalism in the US. You’ve probably heard it many times before, especially around election season. That phrase is, “keep politics out of work.” Along with topics like salary, it’s considered to be impolite for conversation.
Read MoreFor many, thinking about updating your resume is a surefire way to have an instant mental block. How do you get comfortable with updating your resume? As one of the first steps to activating a strategic job search and combatting imposter syndrome, here are three tips to getting out of your own way - and making sure your resume stands out in the stack!
Read MoreWhether you are actively job searching or not, LinkedIn is one of the best ways you can maximize your digital presence, let people know what you are about, and connect with potential job leads in an efficient and effective way.
Read MoreYou walk into the interview. You have your best interview outfit on. You’ve got extra copies of your resume. You’re ready to rock this! Then, the interviewer hits you with the “Tell me about yourself” question. You clam up. You start rambling. And before you know it, all the confidence you had when you walked in is out the window.
Read MoreIt took me a long time to acknowledge and accept the power of the word “no.” A full sentence—generally requiring little to no explanation—it can be a professional’s best friend.
