Advice

There is much to gain from rising to the occasion when you resign.

As seen in in U.S. News | June 4, 2014

 

Resigning from a job is a necessary evil of being employed. With the average American job tenure lasting 4.2 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it’s expected most of us will part ways with an employer 10 or more times during our career. How you exit says a lot about you and can play a big role in securing references and networking opportunities for future jobs. This is no time to ghost or cut corners. Here are four tips to leaving a lasting positive impression when you resign.  READ MORE

Judge a role based on a well-thought-out framework.

As seen in U.S. News | May 18, 2018

Last week it was announced that the U.S. is at its lowest unemployment rate in almost 20 years. With record numbers of Americans working, it has never been a better time to select a new role. But how do you identify the best opportunity for you? Here are three strategies for selecting an ideal position.

First, what is your criteria for making a change? Many people seek out a new role to get away from things they don’t like in their current position. The problem with this type of reactive decision-making is that there is no connection to a longer-term strategy for your professional development or growth. The reality is, and has been for a long time, that the grass is rarely greener on the other side. Job satisfaction is tied to feeling challenged, valued and connecting meaning to your work. It does not come from money and perks alone. Money and perks, however, are very enticing when they surpass your current compensation and are powerful motivators.  READ MORE

Ask the right questions and get the desired results.

As seen in U.S. News | April 13, 2018

“If you don’t ask, you don’t get.” This common quote often attributed to Mahatma Gandhi has multiple applications – but is especially relevant for salary negotiations. Talking about money before you take a job or when faced with an upcoming performance review can be very stressful for most. The good news is that you can excel in salary talks with a thoughtful strategy. Here are tips on how to handle the most common salary negotiations.   READ MORE

 

What you can do to improve your chances of being hired.

As seen in U.S. News | March 13, 2018

There is age bias in every industry and every profession. Although some managers may avoid hiring older workers due to ignorance or fear of wrinkles, most bias comes from generalizations based on experience in the workplace. Following are two of the most common generalizations and strategies to overcome them.  READ MORE

 

Tips to get ahead without going to the office.

As seen in U.S. News |  Feb. 12, 2018

The ability to work from home is very enticing for many employees. Gaining back the time lost in a commute, being productive in your pajamas and having the freedom from office distractions can be powerful perks. While there are many positives, telecommuting does have its pitfalls. Remote employees can miss out on subtle but strategic opportunities to enhance their careers. Here are four tips to make sure your remote relationship does not impact your professional development.  READ MORE

“Work from home.”
Three words that bring about mixed reactions. When I tell people that I work from home, I often get responses such as “You’re so lucky!” or “Do you actually get any work done?” This is not surprising when you consider that remote work positions have a connotation of casualness. Try googling “work from home memes” and you’re immediately flooded with images joking about working in your pajamas, doubting the fact that any work is getting done, and highlighting the many distractions that a home environment brings.

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