Right now, we’re seeing a lot of concerning trends in the workforce. We’re seeing a massive amount of layoffs, hiring freezes in many industries, and talent shortages across the board. Needless to say, upskilling has never been more critical.
Read MoreWhile the term may be newer, “rage applying” has been around for a while. Basically, it’s a knee-jerk reaction where someone attempts to go from one role or job to another, usually due to some kind of triggering event…
Read MoreContract work is becoming increasingly more common, especially with all the uncertainty in the economy right now. Are you wondering if you should take this kind of job offer? Read this post to hear my thoughts!
Read MoreThe massive amount of layoffs in the technology sector are coming from companies that have DE&I initiatives in place. We’re seeing them lose serious ground on the progress they’ve made so far. Here’s what that could mean…
Read MoreI think we can all agree on the fact that layoffs are awful for everyone involved. The big question is: are the people left behind after a layoff more likely to quit?
Read MoreIf “New Year, New Job” is your 2023 mantra, congrats! You are in the right place! I put together a job search challenge that I think does a great job of getting you in the right mindset for a career transition.
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard the news about all of the tech layoffs that are happening. If you work in this industry, you might be feeling a lot of ways about it.
Read MoreStressed from work? You and practically everyone else, apparently. According to a 2022 statistic from The American Institute of Stress, “83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress, with 25% saying their job is the number one stressor in their lives.” That’s a LOT of stress!
Read MoreIf you’ve gone through a job search in the last decade, someone has probably advised you to go through your social media accounts first and remove any questionable content. But how do you know what really needs to be scrubbed and what’s okay to leave up?
Read MoreRecently, Serena Williams announced that she would be retiring from tennis and it was HUGE news. It was big news because she’s only 40, and that’s a young age to retire, even for an athlete. She’s arguably at the top of her game and could easily win more championships. So why now?
Read MoreThere have been rumblings in the United States about an impending recession, so it seems like an opportune time to talk about how to make sure you are in the right place in your career and if not, how you can get there sooner rather than later AND get paid what you deserve.
Read MoreLet’s go through the 8 most common questions you are likely to be asked during a job interview, and I’ll share my tips for how to best answer them so you can start preparing your responses!
Read More1 in 5 people say that they plan on changing jobs within the next year. On top of that, many of the people who are staying said they plan to ask their bosses for a raise. What can we expect to happen as a result?
Read MoreInflation is a big issue at the moment, and it just keeps getting bigger (pun very much intended). In fact, many professionals are realizing that they aren’t getting a raise this year, and the ones who are might not even get enough to cover standard cost-of-living increases.
Read MoreThe most discouraging time in my entire career was the period of time when I knew I didn’t achieve the results I wanted yet… but I also had no idea what I needed to do to get those results. I felt powerless and I didn’t know how to get myself out of the situation. It was soul crushing.
Read MoreIt always amazes me how many people have a goal to make six figures, but haven’t really thought about it more than that. What number are they actually hoping for? Are they factoring in benefits and bonuses? Or is that just a straight salary? What about taxes?
Read MoreIt’s February, which means it is the perfect time to talk about why people tend to wait on permission from their romantic partners before making a career move and how we can break that cycle!
Read MoreIf you’ve intentionally — or unintentionally — kept your information off the internet, now is the time to consider making some changes. After all, the most important thing you can do for your career is make sure that people know you exist, and you do this by increasing your visibility.
Read MoreDo you find it’s difficult to talk about your strengths when asked? If so, you’re not alone. This is a VERY common issue people have during a job search. Read to learn some specific tips to help you talk about your strengths!
Read MoreDeveloping a transition mindset is the key to a successful career move. The good news? Most of us already have what it takes to develop this kind of mindset. The bad news? Starting a new job can be stressful and that kind of environment makes it difficult for some of us to show up and be the best version of ourselves.
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