We all make mistakes, but the ones we make at work can feel especially crummy. How can you be kind to yourself when these things happen? First, listen to your thoughts, and take note of when you become critical or harsh with yourself. A friend of mine talks about that negative inner voice as the…
If you’re looking for a new role because you’re not happy in your current one, scheduling interviews can get awkward! If your employer doesn’t know you’re looking for something new, how can you get time off for interviews? Mostly this depends on the format of the interview. For a first-round screening, you’ll probably only need about…
For many people, the start of the year is a time for changes and new beginnings. I was never good at making resolutions, and have joked in the past that my last one was to stop making resolutions—the only one I ever followed through on. But that said, I do think this is a…
Leaping into the new year Happy 2023! In Japan, the Year of the Rabbit started January 1. People born in Rabbit years are said to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded, and ingenious. In the Chinese zodiac, the year starts January 22 this time around (the calendar is lunar, so the date changes) and is supposed…