The choices we make throughout our careers take us all on quite a journey. When you first enter the workforce, it is a time of excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead. Over time, life takes us on a winding road of twists and turns in which our personal lives can intertwine with our professional […]
When I graduated from college and got my first job, my starting salary was $54,000. I was ecstatic. It was more money than I’d ever earned in my life, and as far I was concerned, I was balling. It didn’t once cross my mind to ask for more money or even a signing bonus. I […]
Just following up.” …. “Did you see my email? [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][Insert cute GIF here]” ……. “I just want to make sure you’re not DEAD!” We’ve all been the recipient of cold-email follow-ups like […]
Like most buzzwords, “work-life balance” rose to massive popularity only to rapidly become defunct and outdated. If you Google “work-life balance” and “dead,” you will find a host of articles making the case of why the idea of balance is a fallacy, why work-life balance is not the largest predictor of job satisfaction or a […]
Summer is the perfect time to focus some attention on your career success. Why? Because work inevitably slows down a little then; people take vacation and leave early on Fridays. In most industries, it’s a time for relieving some of the pressure. You too need to use your vacation time to recharge and get some perspective, so don’t miss the […]
Companies often promise their employees happiness to attract and retain the brightest talent—but in reality, if you want happy employees, you need to hire happy people. The thing is, happiness isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution and is extremelydifficult to deliver. Offering perks like free yoga in the office, catered lunches, or gym reimbursements could theoretically make some […]
There is a lot of content out there that will claim to solve your résumé woes. The truth is, there is no quick fix for a résumé in need, and you should steer clear of anyone who claims otherwise. With an average of 250 applications received per open role, hiring managers have seen countless résumés and have […]
Many Americans won’t get to take vacations this summer, and some don’t get or use vacation days at all. If you’re lucky enough to both have and take a vacation during the warmer months (or really any time at all), there are some things you should do to prepare. Prepping for a vacation at work makes it easier to […]
CEOs are just regular people. Regular people who run billion dollar companiesand accomplish amazing things, that is. Considering the polish and professionalism of your average CEO, we think it’s perfectly natural that most of us will feel a glimmer of something like nervousness or fear when we find ourselves in a position to interact with someone at […]
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” This quote from John Quincy Adams perfectly defines our 2019 winners for the Top CEO award. She or he is someone who is equal parts inspiration, strategy and innovation. After all, these traits can motivate 10 or […]