Is protecting your time and energy in the workplace an afterthought? It used to be for me. Early on in my career, I succumbed to letting my work take priority and run my life. That meant no boundaries, less time for myself, and poor health habits. But working in the...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Wanna get on the fast-track of your career? I’m going to let you in on a little secret. If you want to get noticed, rise up the ranks through promotions, and make more money -- you need to get uncomfortable. I know, I know, getting uncomfortable can make us feel...
What makes you remarkable? Do you embrace your successes? Do you find yourself feeling uncomfortable when you talk about your achievements? Or do you instead just stay quiet to avoid awkwardness? Let's stop succumbing to our fears and speak up for ourselves. Let's...