Of the complaints levied against Millennials, one of the most persistent one is that they need constant praise. So let’s tackle that first, with science! First off, according to a 2016 Gallup study, only 19% of Gen Y workers get regular feedback, but there they are, adulting along with the rest of us. Second, as…
Are Millennials really that bad? In 2013, Time magazine called Millennials the “me, me, me generation,” and cited studies that seem to indicate that these young ‘uns are more narcissistic and entitled than any previous generation. When you simply say the word “millennial,” people respond with things like “disloyal” and “special snowflake.” Well, I’m a…
LBGTQI+ discrimination is still a very real issue in 2019, so what can you do if you have been discriminated against because of your sexual orientation or gender identity? The good news is that some of those 26 states with weak antidiscrimination laws states are under federal circuits that interpret existing gender discrimination laws to…
If you identify as LGBTQI+, the world of work can be even more daunting and complex than otherwise. What are your rights at work? Unfortunately, there’s no clear answer to that question. Your legal protections vary by state and type of employer. As of this writing, there are still 26 states that offer no explicit…
According to Grammarist, a vocation is a calling, an occupation, or a large undertaking for which one is especially suited. It can be roughly synonymous with career or profession, though vocation connotes a seriousness or a commitment that these words don’t always bear. Keep reading at shorturl.at/nqvwT An avocation is something done in addition to one’s…