Last week I wrote about networking, and while that’s always a good thing to do, there are also absolutely things to avoid. First of all, try not to think of networking as a means to an end. Yes, it’s important for your career growth, but if you only focus on what you will get…
In fact, it’s always a good time to network. If the very idea fills you with dread, keep reading. Networking is really just building and maintaining relationships. Shake off any ideas about needing to glad-hand hiring managers or aiming for arbitrary number goals in your process. Also, try to get rid of the idea…
Are you feeling stagnant in your job or just looking for a change? The process can feel overwhelming but it’s absolutely within your reach! Here are some steps to help you get started. Figure out what you really want. Where are you feeling discontented or stuck? What does a satisfying situation look like? What…
I don’t know about you, but I try to spend a couple days each week doing strength training as part of my fitness routine. Working with weights helps strengthen bones, maintains a greater range of motion, and helps protect against heart disease and injury. So how can we do the same thing for our…
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. …