Navigating the Government in Heels: Advice from Successful Govie Gals- Part 2
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How To Survive Workplace Bullies
If you think you left the bullies behind you, on the playground back in middle school, you may be wrong. Several years ago I researched a workplace phenomenon called ‘mobbing’.
The Struggle is Real
It’s possible to have a good work-life balance. But how do you get there?
3 Strategies for Career Success from Rio’s Olympic Athletes
There’s certainly a lot to learn from Olympic athletes about the benefits of applying yourself toward a goal and finding a supportive coach. But there are more subtle and surprising lessons emerging at this year’s Olympics that can also help you be more successful in your career.
How to Survive in a Demoralizing Workplace
Here are three types of demoralizing workplaces, and what you can do to survive.
10 Must-Read Books for Women in Government
Through GovFem, we’re hoping to provide resources and advice to help our female GovLoopers working in government. Unfortunately, that won’t happen overnight. In the meantime, check out my top ten book suggestions for women looking to get ahead in their career: Ask for It: How Women Can Use the Power of Negotiation toRead… Read more »
Honing Your Lateral Management Skills
The benefit to the team grows exponentially when all members of the team (i.e., not just managers) can effectively manage laterally.
Excelling at A New Job: Stories from The Front Line
The first few weeks of any job are stressful. You have to learn new ways of doing things, adapt to office culture, and establish a new network. These challenges are exacerbated when it’s your first full time job. I talked to former GovLoop Marketing Fellow, Natasha Dabrowski, about her experiences with her first few weeks.
5 Things That Could Be Stopping You From Your Next Promotion
Have you noticed you are consistently being passed for that coveted promotion? Here are five things you might be doing wrong.
9 LinkedIn Hacks to Boost Your Profile’s Visibility
To gain that attention, you need to put your best digital foot forward by showcasing the attributes that make you stand out as a professional. And to do this, you need to go beyond LinkedIn best practices.