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How to Prep for a Job Interview
3/20/2017
Despite the good feelings associated with the prospect of actually landing the job, most people suffer some level of anxiety before the interview. Find out how to be prepared as you can possibly be before going in. -
Feeling anxious or guilty about taking a day off from work? Read on as to why you should take a personal day.
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learn about six ways you’re hurting your chance of advancement.
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One step applicants sometimes forget is preparing themselves to ask the employer a few questions of their own. Yet, it’s a key part of the interview process to remember. It is almost a given employers will pause towards the end of the meeting and say, "Do you have any questions for me?"
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Maybe you’ve heard through the grapevine that getting a federal job is too difficult, too competitive and too long of a process. Well, it’s time to put away your Grapes of Wrath, because my new government insider, Corliss Jackson, is about to share her secret recipe for federal job success.
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How do you turn an opportunity into a job offer? We will show you how...
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The Pressure to Always Be Climbing
4/15/2024
One of the great energy sappers is the Always Be Climbing (ABC) mindset and it doesn’t seem to be disappearing anytime soon. -
Working abroad isn’t all coffee and croissants. Before you accept a position in a foreign country, make sure you fully understand the immigration, healthcare, and financial risks you’re taking.
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So you’re considering the idea of becoming a robotics engineer? Discover exactly what the job involves, including its current salary and future outlook.
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With hard work and perseverance comes success. Add in a little bit of wisdom from others who have already achieved, and you’ll likely realize your dreams a whole lot sooner.
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It is never too late to pursue your professional dreams, but before you make the leap to a new role mid- to late-career, you’ll want to ask yourself these hard questions.
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How to Get a Work Visa
4/10/2024
Applying for a work visa can seem (and be) complicated, but there are basic steps to get you on your way toward working in the U.S. -
Top 8 Work-from-Home Jobs
3/13/2024
There are lots of work-from-home options now, but here are some of the best jobs you can do from your living room. -
It isn’t a popular position to be anti-dream. It is a good thing that I’ve never been one to focus on being popular. My 2 cents is that you don’t need to dream. You can realize the most exceptional goals in your waking life once you decide exactly what you want.
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How emotionally savvy are you at work? You might be surprised by how many emotion-related pitfalls you encounter. But with some practice, you can learn how to regulate your emotions and be an example for your peers.
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Nia’s Winding Path
11/13/2023
Black and Brown folks, queer and trans people, women, and people with disabilities often experience impostor syndrome. -
Sarah, Having and Being a Mentor
4/1/2024
Listen. Connect the dots … weirdly. Really, it’s DISRUPT the dots. Cultivate shoshin -- Beginner's Mind. Especially the “make no assumptions” part. Be glad you’re not the smartest person in the room. How boring that would be! -
Barbara, Having and Being a Mentor
2/26/2024
I vividly remember spending time with junior members of the newspaper staff because I liked their enthusiasm for journalism and wanted to support them as important members of our team. I did not think about being ready to mentor them, I just did it. -
So I’m writing this post for the many of you out there who might be considering setting up a professional coffee or two to help them get clarity on the overall direction their careers might take in the coming months and years.