Personal brand. It’s certainly an overused term, but it's definitely not overrated. Personal branding is more important than ever as it helps you to build a reputation for what you want to be known for, differentiate yourself from others, increase your value and...
![Career Development Check-In [Worksheet]](https://thelipstickandink.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Kelly-updating-her-Career-Development-Check-In-worksheet.jpg)
After you've created your career development plan and set your vision and goals for your role, you'll likely have check-ins with your manager periodically throughout the year. When it comes to a career development check-in or review, it's important to go into that...
Brittney Oliver is a Nashville-based career and lifestyle freelance writer and content strategist. Over the past three years, Brittney has built her platform, Lemons 2 Lemonade, to help young professionals turn their career obstacles around. Her platform is known for...
Ashley Marie, a serial snacker since birth, is the Founder & Chief Snack Officer of B.T.R. Bar. Ashley started the company in honor of her parents, determined to pass on their legacy and inspire the world to be BOLD, TENACIOUS & RESILIENT. Over five years ago,...
I often get the question, “How do you do it all?” in regards to working a full-time job, managing Lipstick & Ink and my career advising services, all while trying to write a book. And the answer is that it all comes down to maximizing my productivity. If you too...
![Career Development Plan [Worksheet]](https://thelipstickandink.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Write-Your-Career-Development-Plan.jpg)
Creating a career development plan shows that you see your performance and personal development as a priority. L&I®'s Career Development Plan worksheet will allow you to reflect and put into action the direction you want to go in your career. It can also be a...
I work in a company that's 67% men and in the industry of tech that's dominated by men. Salesforce is committed to equality and growing diversity at the company over the next few years (something I am so grateful for). However, it's obvious the industry as a whole...
When should you pitch yourself? When you really think about it, our lives are a series of opportunities to pitch. It could be the pitch to get into college, to get a job, to land a promotion, to network with someone we admire, to negotiate better pay, to gain a new...
Nearly half of Americans have a side hustle today and 43% of those side hustlers work full-time jobs. There's no question that side hustles are on the rise. And depending on whether you’ve already started one or are thinking about it, there’s a lot to consider. It...
Hey job seeker, I’m glad you’re here. I know how challenging it can be to start looking for a new job. It once took me over six months to land a job. I share that because I want you to know I’ve been in your shoes and I understand the time and effort that goes into a...