Are you seeking an employer that values diversity? You aren’t alone, and I suspect things will shift very much in that direction in light of the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action. It’s important to note that racism and other forms of discrimination still limit access to higher-paying jobs for many, so the most progressive…
For career changers, telling the story of the new path can be intimidating and fraught. Here are some tips on telling interviewers about your change. Start by being clear about it yourself. Focus on what’s appealing to you about the new field instead of what drove you from the old one. It’s easy…
Are you conflict-averse? If so, you have probably found yourself in work situations that make you super uncomfortable. Do you choose to be THAT person who points out that the hurtful joke wasn’t funny? Do you sit quietly and suffer? Do you listen to cruel “jokes” at the expense of one person and then afterwards…
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We hear a lot about resilience, but what does it mean and how does it play into career growth? The simplest definition for resilience is the ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune and change. And if your work experiences have been anything like mine, you’ve seen a lot of misfortune…
Has it been a while since you updated your resume? Now would be a great time to get started! When you’re updating your resume, start by taking a quick look at it so you remember what’s on that you’d like to keep and what might drop off so that you can add new info. …