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…
DetailsOkay, I’ve outlined some major reasons for bad bosses, and I’m sure there are dozens more, including just the fact that some jobs are stressful and that we all have different communication styles. But enough about that! Let’s get to some strategies to help you manage a bad manager. First of all, it’s important…
DetailsDo you hate your boss? I’ve certainly been there—I suspect most of us have! And just to warn you, I have a lot to say here, so this will be a 4-part series. Be sure to check Thursday and next week for all my tips on surviving a bad boss. Work is hard enough…
DetailsDo the holidays make you feel stressed and anxious? You’re not alone! Here are some tips for getting through the season. Take a few seconds to breathe. Inhale slowly and deeply, exhale slowly and deeply. I find it most effective to do three or 4 times. Repeat as necessary. Investigate a mindfulness practice. Some apps…
DetailsOn Tuesday, I talked about changing perceptions of acceptable professional presentation. But while I’m certainly seeing some improvements in acceptance of self-expression some arenas, some are sadly still lacking. For instance, having hair that’s “too Black” can be a major barrier to success, particularly in more conservative fields. (See, for example http://www.takepart.com/article/2016/04/13/what-perception-professional-hair-means-black-job-seekers/) People who are…
DetailsFreak Flag My friend Iana has an amazing hair studio in Austin called Freakflag by Iana (seriously, if you’re in the Austin area, check it out! https://www.freakflagbyiana.com/) and I’ve been thinking a lot about what that means in terms of the world of work. Can you really be your artsy, quirky self at work? New…
DetailsIf you live in a place that fell back this weekend, I hope you’re feeling particularly well-rested. The time change got me thinking about time and how we choose to spend it, as well as about how I wish I could explain it to my dogs. (The adorably obnoxious pre-dinner song and dance is now…
DetailsHi everyone, and thanks for checking in. I have lots of speaking engagements coming, up, and I wanted to let you all know about them. On Thursday, August 23, I will be hosting a free webinar through the Japan Exchange & Teaching Program Alumni Association. If you are a JET alum, check the Facebook page…
DetailsIs there any topic more boring and overdone than resumes? Google “resume basics” and you’ll get so many results that you won’t even know where to start, and how on earth are you supposed to know who the writers are and whether you can trust their advice? Well I am here to help you out! …
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