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Employees are people. People are different. Some are men, some are women, some have physical or learning challenges. Some are White, some are Black, some are Latino, some are Asian. Some are LGBTQ, some are transgender. Most are some combination of these. Our workplaces are usually the most diverse environments we are ever in, and…
Continue reading ➞ Starting an Employee Resource Group: The Basics
Keeping a journal has always been extremely therapeutic for me. I've written about the benefits of journaling before, but a few days ago, I came across the concept of a career journal, and my interest was immediately piqued. A career journal is designed to help you do a few important things: get career clarity , keep…
Continue reading ➞ Why You Should Be Keeping a Career Journal
"Fake it 'till you make it" has always been a favorite expression of mine, and I've subscribed to this philosophy for years. I've even used it a time or two on this site. But, I've recently started to wonder whether this phrase we all so casually throw around is actually sound advice or if it…
Continue reading ➞ “Fake it ’till You Make it.” Good Advice or Recipe for Disaster?
These days, it's hard to run into someone who doesn't have a LinkedIn profile. I use the site all the time to search for people in my profession and stay on top of industry developments. I usually spend at least a couple of hours a week scrolling through LinkedIn, and in doing so, have come…
Every year in April, we commemorate Equal Pay Day. It's a day to raise awareness about the persistent wage gap between men and women. Study after study has shown that women earn less than their male counterparts for the same work, even when controlling for factors such as education, experience, and skill set. Some estimates…
Women often refer to the glass ceiling when discussing their potential for advancement at work. But, we often fail to talk about another enormous roadblock women face - the maternal wall. If you are pregnant - or even thinking about becoming pregnant - you may be hurting your chances of success at work. I've talked…
Continue reading ➞ This One Thing May Be Holding You Back at Work
Mentors are some of the most important people to your career advancement. Usually more experienced than you, they can offer you guidance, support, advice and strategic direction. They can act as a sounding board for your ideas, hold you accountable, and give you critical feedback. In short, your mentor is your trusted advisor. But, mentor/mentee…
Continue reading ➞ If You’re Not Asking Your Mentor These Questions, You’re Wasting Your Time
