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…
A 6-Step Guide to Writing an Enticing Cover Letter
Are you fed up with spending hours struggling to write the perfect cover letter? It certainly can seem like an impossibly difficult thing to do. You’ve probably thought to yourself, “I don’t know where to start!” or “I want to sound confident but not arrogant” or “I don’t know what to write about myself!” During…
6 Ways to Show Your Personality at Work
When I first started my corporate career nearly a decade ago, I didn’t feel like I could bring my full personality into work. The way I was expected to show up in the workplace was different than it is today. I was directed to keep my social media private, to not bring my emotions with…
Featuring Shalane Walker: Corporate Leader & DEI Advocate
I met Shalane at my first L&I event in late 2018. I connected with her right away because of our career background, as we both work full-time in the advertising industry. Shalane is an Associate Media Director at Wavemaker Chicago, where she currently manages media data for the 2020 U.S. Census account. She has extensive experience…
