Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
“Quiet quitting” isn’t so quiet anymore – at least 50% of American workers say they’re quietly quitting and only putting in the bare minimum at their job. What can managers do about it? Companies need to look to employee resource groups (ERGs), which are the golden ticket to understanding how to hire and retain workers. “ERGs are an…
Photo by fauxels Quiet Quitting has recently become a popular career topic. Although this concept is not new, we now have a name for it. Simply put, workers are choosing to let go of extra work and only do what is necessary to get the job done. This trend can be attributed to years of…
Photo by Christina Morillo For many years, workers have taken pride in their dedication to work, often at the expense of mental and physical well-being. Words like “hustle” and phrases such as “rise and grind” have slipped into our collective career lexicon. These ideas about work lead to guilt over simply taking a vacation or…
With the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, many women may feel scared or uncertain about their reproductive health. Fortunately, some companies have stepped up and pledged to cover travel costs for employees seeking abortions. Many states have trigger laws that outlaw abortion if Roe v Wade is overturned. Women who live…
Passive-aggressive behavior is an indirect expression of negative feelings. Instead of openly addressing problems with an individual, one might say or do something that expresses frustration or anger without clearly communicating feelings. Unfortunately, passive aggressive behaviors make both communication and conflict resolution more difficult. A recent survey of more than 1,200 people demonstrates how common…