Monthly Insights & Musings
Job seekers: Don’t ignore these red flags! Part II
Hello, and welcome to Part II of my article on red flags to watch out for when you’re in job-hunting mode. In Part I, we discussed the red flags you might encounter when you’re perusing a job posting from a potential employer. If you missed Part I, or if you’d like to...
Job seekers: Don’t ignore these red flags! Part I
Are you currently in job hunting mode? Well, first of all, congratulations! Why would I say “congratulations” before you’ve even landed your new job? Because job hunting can be an exciting and rewarding experience—and no, I’m not being ironic. It’s a chance to learn...
Thinking beyond your career: Tips to prepare for a happy retirement
Hi, everyone! This week, I want to look to the future for a moment. Most of us are currently working hard in our careers, but it’s never too early to start your retirement plans. Investopedia mentions that retirement planning is actually a lifelong process — so the...
Whoops! You slipped up. It’s time to apologize.
You’re one heckava great person. You work hard, you complete your projects on time, you handle all the snarky customers so your co-workers won’t have to, you’re super nice to the new guy down the hall, you bring in doughnuts on your birthday, and you never, ever cook...
An assertive you in ’22!
Wow. That rhymes, and I wasn’t even trying! I’m already feeling pretty great about writing this article... So, another year flashes past, and here we are again: it’s my final post of 2021. For the past several years, I’ve written about making New Year’s resolutions,...
Your resume cover letter: the key to marketing your soft skills like a pro
Hi! Are you currently in the job market? Well, please read on. Today’s topic was written just for you. There’s a ton of info available about how to create a killer resume, but in my opinion, your cover letter is the most underappreciated (and under-talked-about) piece...
5 Ways to Build Mental Health into Your Office Culture
Hi, everyone! As you know, I rarely bring in guest authors, but today is a happy exception. I’d like to introduce you to Dr. Harshi Dhingra, an MD/pathologist in India. She's a practicing clinician, as well as a a faculty member in Pathology in a medical school in...
Confidence in the Workplace: Why you need it and how to find it.
Have you ever felt like you can’t trust your gut? Are you likely to question your thoughts and actions, often afraid you’re just not good enough? These could be signs you’re not the most confident version of yourself. Being confident is not about being the loudest,...
Hey, managers, supervisors, and leaders at large: Credibility is key! Part II
Hello, and welcome to Part II of my article on credibility. If you missed Part I, or if you’d like a quick refresher (after all, three weeks is a long time between installments!), here’s a link to Part I. As a quick aside, Part I of this article garnered more comments...
Managers, supervisors, and leaders at large: Credibility is key! – Part I
Seems like every time I read a news article, someone’s credibility is being called into question. Politicians, religious leaders, scientists, medical professionals, corporate CEOs, kindergarten teachers (literally) … the list is practically endless. Clearly,...
Say what? How our vocal tone speaks volumes about our professionalism and credibility
The tone of your voice—that is, its quality and the emotions it conveys—is capable of sending a stronger message than your actual words. Every time you open your mouth, your tone will reveal whether you’re confident, uncertain, bored, annoyed, stressed-out,...
Four quick and easy steps for getting ahead in your career
When I came up with the title for this week’s blog (after writing it, of course—that’s the advice I give in my classes), I thought to myself, “Who wouldn’t want to read about how to get ahead?” “Getting ahead” simply sounds like a great idea, no matter who you are or...