Living through this year has been challenging on a number of levels. There’s no doubt about it. Between the pandemic and the upheaval of our lives that’s come along with it, to the racial injustice many of us had our eyes opened to, to the ongoing political strife and divide, to the deaths of our…
What We Learned in 2020
Life Lately: Volume 10 – The Book
BACKSTORY Since starting Lipstick & Ink, I’ve been able to reconnect with my inner writer, the part of me I suppressed for the majority of my 20s. You see, I’ve considered myself a writer since I was able to pick up a pen. And I’ve wanted to be an author ever since I read Little…
Career Development Plan [Worksheet]
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 role and career. It can also be a great resource to use in your professional conversations…
4 Ways to Stand Out in a Male-Dominated Workplace
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 (and other respective male-dominated industries) need to…
6 Things to Do to Effectively Pitch Yourself in Any Situation
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 client, or perhaps to…
7 Ways Your Side Hustle Can Supercharge Your Day Job
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 could be that you’re looking to make your…
The Ultimate Job Seeker Resource Guide
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…
6 Ways to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market
I graduated from college back in 2011, during the aftermath of the Great Recession. I knew then I needed to do my due diligence to stand out as the job market was fierce. While I graduated from college without a full-time job, I was able to land one just 10 days later. This was all…
The Perfect Midwest Getaway: Mackinac Island
Note: We took our trip to Mackinac Island during the COVID-19 pandemic and have been asked a lot if it was safe to visit. For the most part, we thought it was pretty safe. At the time of publishing this post, all shops require masks to enter and most restaurants offer outdoor dining. There…
