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Quitting

When It’s Okay to Quit

Posted on September 22, 2020July 16, 2022 by Andrea

Photo by alleksana from Pexels “Quitters never win”. You’ve probably heard this quote many times. It’s likely you’ve heard similar platitudes about not giving up. We have been taught to stick with something no matter how tough things get. But this line of thinking can actually be harmful. Giving up, quitting or leaving a bad job, situation…

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Book Review: Create Your Yes

Posted on June 10, 2019 by Andrea

When you are faced with rejection, do you cringe or thrive? While it may seem that we are out of options when we try something and fail, there is almost a way to make your dreams a reality in the face of any adversary! Author and career coach Angela Marie Hutchinson has a fairly simple…

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Know Your Worth, Keep Your Standards High

Posted on February 15, 2018July 16, 2022 by Andrea

One of the hardest things to do in your career and life in general is to keep your standards high. People out there want to prey on your insecurities, making you feel worthless so that they can take advantage of you. But if you know your worth and have a set of standards that won’t…

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Dealing with Academic and Career Disappointment

Posted on February 21, 2009November 14, 2023 by Andrea

Failing a test, being turned down for a job, and being laid off are all very difficult experiences for most people. The poor self esteem, depression, and anxiety that result from these events can make it hard to perform your best in the future. You tried so hard and weren’t rewarded, so why keep trying?…

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