Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
A persistent cultural meme insists that the greatest threat to professional women is other women—backstabbing, conniving “queen bees” and “mean girls.” Hogwash, say the coauthors of IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S THE WORKPLACE: Women’s Conflict at Work and the Bias That Built It , who investigated these stereotypes using surveys, social science research, and interviews. Conclusion: there’s…
It’s never too early to start saving for retirement and emergencies, investing, and learning to budget. Young adults are at an advantage because they have time on their side. The earlier you start saving, the better, thanks to the time value of money. If you’re overwhelmed by all the financial advice out there and don’t…
Are you unsure about which major or career path is right for you? Maybe you’re having trouble adjusting to college life or looking to maximize your career opportunities post-graduation. Luckily, there are some great books to help you navigate college life and beyond. As a college student, the last thing you probably want to do…
Summer is the perfect time for self-improvement. You’ve likely got more down time to do what you want and you should take the opportunity to relax and have some fun. But don’t waste ALL of your free time binging on Netflix. Dedicate some time to personal growth. One great way to learn new skills and…
Whether you’re a college student or seasoned professional, there are plenty of books to help you achieve your career goals. You may want to choose a career path, get a raise or transition to a new career. And the new year is a perfect time to start working toward whatever goal you wish to achieve….