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No matter how you slice it, women are paid less than men at work. Women make less doing the same work as men, but the careers women pursue also pay less than careers primarily employing men. Why is that? And why is it that benefits still fall short when it comes to the needs of women? For all the progress …
Why should you have a mentor? How can you go about finding the right person and asking them to help guide your career? We spoke with Tatia Zuloaga, a mentor relationships expert, to find out. Tatia co-founded Upnotch to encourage mentorships in the Seattle community, and she shared her invaluable advice in our latest podcast interview. We’ve all heard of …
Do you dream about being able to work from home? When that rush hour commute and distracting, endless office chitchat start to wear you down, it’s easy to see why so many people love telecommuting. In fact, the number of workers telecommuting has more than doubled in the last decade; now, 43% of Americans work from home at least some …
What is the best way to reach out to a recruiter on LinkedIn? – Arina in Mahwah, NJ Answer: LinkedIn is a powerful platform that can connect people and lead to valuable career advancements. Recruiters will often reach out to people on LinkedIn whom they believe would be a good fit for a certain job opening or organization. But remember: …
Compelling leadership is born out of our beliefs, behaviors, and actions. There are four core components I see as essential to be an effective leader: the ability to create a culture and environment which enables a team to thrive, conventionalizing the organization as a whole and in its parts, actively seeking alternate viewpoints and perspectives, and finally a robust power …
I feel like the networking events I go to are superficial. People swap business cards and never hear from one another. What am I missing? How can I get past the superficial networking and make valuable connections? – Melissa in Davenport, Iowa Answer: When you hold a preconceived notion about a situation, it’s far more likely to be fulfilled. You’ve …
So many of our favorite TV shows include an office romance as a central point of interest. Sit-coms like The Office, Parks & Recreation, and Brooklyn 99 feature one or more intra-office pairings that are endearing, romantic, and entertaining, and the same goes for dramas like Grey’s Anatomy and Bones. With such a ubiquitous story arch in all of our …
Do you love traveling? What if you could turn your passion for exploring the world into a successful career? That’s exactly what Kelly English did when she founded Explore California Travel. After incredible trips around the world, she returned to her original home in the Golden State to create memorable experiences for travelers to California. In our new podcast interview, …
How do I create a 5-year career plan? In this day and age, with people getting into careers in a very roundabout way, is this still a good thing to do? – Erin in Dayton, OH Answer: A 5-year career plan should come from within. What I mean by that is tapping into your inner self, deepest desires, and values …
Are you looking to increase your leadership skills? Ever wonder how the best corporate leaders got to where they are in their careers? Sure, some people have natural leadership skills, but you can also hone your inner leader by learning and practicing. As part of her Corporate Career Courage series in late 2019, Chelsea Behrens interviewed Petite2Queen CEO Lynn Whitbeck …
We all know we should take breaks, yet so many of us cut our time off short or out entirely. When the workload is growing by the minute, it can feel like we’re simply too busy to take a break. We might think we’re being more productive by focusing on our tasks rather than taking a breather, but the opposite …
I have a co-worker who seems to have a problem with me. She tells me the work I do is bad, doesn’t include me in conversations, and keeps saying I’m in the wrong field. I’ve told my supervisor, but he just tells me to ignore her. I’m still having a very hard time working with her and her negative attitude. …
Saying “no” can be hard. Declining an invitation or refusing to help with something can feel uncomfortable, unprofessional, and even mean. Even not volunteering for a project can seem like a sort of crime. Even so, it’s important to be realistic about your bandwidth – refusing to take on extra projects prevents you from making promises you can’t keep. Saying …
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start and run your own travel company? Matilde Melendez did just that, founding Conquer Peru and arranging trips to her home country, Peru. We spoke to Matilde about her experiences and advice for others who want to follow in her footsteps. In our new interview, Matilde first describes how she …
It is widely known that women make less money than men. Many people, including economic and political commentators, claim that this is due to women tending to be in lower-paid careers. Of course, the pay equality complaint is that women are paid less than men for the same work, but the conversation should also include the fact that women do tend to be …
My co-worker sent me an email I found disrespectful, but when I pointed that out, he said I was being too sensitive. I have to work with him on a daily basis. How do I navigate this situation? – Leslie in Jackson, MS Answer: There are two parts to tackle here: the email communication and a crucial conversation. First we …
Many businesses like to talk about their organizations as families. You probably never received a hand-me-down sweater from one of your co-workers, but the analogy holds up in other ways. Like a family, you and the people with whom you share an office have to learn how to get along with one another. Different personalities and habits can make that …
Time management has been a buzz word these days, but what does it really mean? With so many different time management techniques out there, how do you choose a method that will work the best for you? The truth is, time management looks different to everyone. If you are the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, you may choose to manage …
So many of us feel like we’re not smart enough, strong enough, good enough. Whether it’s low self-esteem or impostor syndrome, we’re here to remind you of how amazing you are. Sure, we all have room for growth, and we all have imperfections. But those are what make you unique and perfect, just the way you are. To get you …
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with your best friend? You may envision the two of you dominating those workplace projects, enjoying lunch breaks together, and sharing inside jokes about your other co-workers. Working with friends or family can be a great experience, but it isn’t for everyone. Not all friendships do well when dropped …