A few weeks ago, I joined a webinar put on by Charlene Walters and Entrepreneur about how to establish yourself as a thought leader. The webinar was geared towards, you guessed it – entrepreneurs – but there were some takeaways that I found important even for us fellow 9-5’ers. What is a thought leader, anyway?…
Giving Tuesday: The Power in Giving Back
This post is sponsored by Tiesta Tea. All opinions are my own. Today is GivingTuesday, a global generosity movement that empowers people and organizations to do good and transform their communities and the world. This day is a reminder just how powerful giving back can truly be. For me personally, over the years I’ve realized…
6 Ways To Show Up At Work As a Remote Employee
I currently work at Salesforce full-time and while I do have a designated desk in our Chicago office, I do consider myself a remote employee with flexible working options. This means that I have the opportunity to work from the office or from home (or a cute coffee shop) at my own leisure. I enjoy…
How to Master Self-Promotion at Work (Without Rubbing People the Wrong Way)
Ever wonder why you’re not being promoted or getting a raise even though you’re killing it at your job? It could be that you haven’t mastered the art of self-promotion. I hate to break it to ya, but promoting yourself at work is critical to excelling in your career. If there’s anything I’ve learned since…
Record of Accomplishments & Feedback [Worksheet]
If you’re looking to get noticed by leadership, land a promotion or accelerate your career, then you must document your accomplishments and feedback you receive on the job! Keeping a record of this information is critical to reference to aid in conversations with your manager, specifically around promotions. This worksheet is a great guideline of…
7 Ways to Use LinkedIn to Your Advantage
Having a LinkedIn profile in today’s day and age is a must and is expected by employers, recruiters and professionals alike. It’s one of the most valuable and underrated social media apps out there. It’s a way for you to grow your network, connect with other professionals and showcase your work experience. But while you…
