Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Dressing professionally in the heat can be challenging. In certain regions, it’s possible to break a sweat walking to and from your car. And inside offices can be icy cold thanks to air conditioning. So how does one dress for both hot and humid outside and cold offices? First, it’s important to layer. Bring…
The phrase “people don’t quit jobs they quit managers” is often true. A bad manager can run off good employees, decrease morale and impede growth. On the other hand, a great manager creates a positive environment where employees can thrive and productivity is at optimal levels. Not everyone is cut out to be a…
There has been a dramatic increase in workers looking for side hustles or part time jobs to supplement their main source of income. Resume-Library, a U.S. based job board, has noted this change and offers some advice for employers on promoting well-being in a hustle culture. “Since the pandemic people have begun to redefine success…
While intelligence quotient may matter when it comes to one’s work performance, emotional intelligence (EQ) has proven a key factor to career success. However, soft skills such as good communication and listening skills are often overlooked when it comes to employee training. A recent study by Preply demonstrates the importance of EQ. A key stat…
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…