Taking Charge of Your Career Path
Time after time, I discussed my career aspirations with coaches, mentors, and my boss. What I forgot to do was consult with myself.
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A Hiking Guide for Your Career
Nearly four months ago, I hiked from the South rim, to the Colorado River, and back to the South rim – all in one day. During my achy, week-long recovery from that 15-hour adventure, I began to realize the lessons I’d learned also applied to my career “hike”.
5 Steps to Being a Leader, No Matter Your Career Level
Leadership isn’t about a job title, and you don’t need to wait for permission. You can start being a leader today by focusing on five key things.
How to Stop Over-Apologizing
A lot of people find it difficult to say, “I’m sorry.” However, women tend to overuse the phrase, especially in workplace communication. Here are a few ways to stop over-apologizing.
Why Female Friendships are Important in the Workplace
Office friends can provide you with support, advice and a few laughs when the going gets tough. However, if you’re a lady in the workforce there are explicit benefits to befriending another woman in the office.
Project Management 101: “Coles Notes”
Managing projects is no small feat. Here are some “coles notes” or cliff notes to help you get started on your next project management endeavor.
How to Handle Rejection at Work
Last week, we discussed the benefits of advocating for yourself at work and how to prepare yourself for the big ask. Say you were prepared and confident going in to the meeting, but your ask was still rejected. What do you do next? Here’s how to push forward.
Achieving Equity in the Workplace
Many times, we believe that being fair and treating others equally is being a good leader. The truth is, that approach is not enough, and we can do better to achieve equity.
Can Introverts Be Leaders? It’s About Self-Awareness
People often think that introverts are at a disadvantage when it comes to trying to advance to leadership positions. The true test of our leadership potential is not found in our natural personality profile, or our introversion or extroversion. It’s about our ability to be self-aware and to use our awareness as a guide for… Read more »
Finding Meaning In Your Job If It Isn’t Your Passion
Jobs that marry your passion with making a living are few and far between. But even if your current job isn’t your passion, here are some ways to stay motivated.
