Category: Career Advice

Mindfulness is the ability to be present and aware while not becoming overwhelmed with circumstances going on around us. It is something we all naturally possess. With mindfulness, you fully attend to what is happening, what you are doing and the space you are moving through. Mindfulness allows you to manage obsessive thoughts and anxiety,…

We all experience failure in our personal and professional lives. Perhaps it’s terrible timing, a lack of preparedness, a lack of support, or maybe even a lack of knowledge. The list of reasons we fail is endless. But we can learn from failure, cope with setbacks, adapt, and move forward. Setbacks are no fun, but…

Your brain is much like your body; it needs regular workouts to function at its best. Puzzles and games like Sudoku are fun to help you stay engaged and improve your mental capacity at work. Sudoku is a popular game played by millions of people daily. It involves executive cognitive functions, including problem-solving and decision-making.…

An excellent way to grow personally and professionally is by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and taking on more work responsibilities. Maybe you want to: Regardless, taking on additional work demonstrates your proactive approach to moving forward in your career. Is it uncomfortable? Absolutely! But it will help you make real organizational progress…

We all learn on the job, no matter what our industry. It is a great way to learn new things, but it can only take you so far. Career development courses help you grow and learn and make you a valuable employee. Pick suitable lessons, and you can achieve your career goals. Career development is…

Most of us are understandably concerned about the economy and the job market. Many companies are laying off workers and freezing their hiring process. Do not let anxiety take over. Remember that you can proactively respond to an economic downturn to protect your current work situation. Here are steps to help you keep your career…

If you believe that you are undeserving of your achievements, engage in negative self-talk, or experience frequent self-doubt, it could be imposter syndrome creeping in. These imposter feelings conflict with your self-perception and how others perceive you. It does not matter that others praise your talents. You consistently write off your achievements as mere timing…

Recruiters and employers must assess why you fit a particular role, so they ask the question. Additionally, they want to know if you have considered the position and why you might be a terrific fit. Employers want to hire someone confident in their abilities and who can perform the job. When you get the “why…

It is the start of a new year, and you are making resolutions to strive to improve in 2023. You should be more efficient at work, get in shape, learn a new skill, or take up a new hobby. Regardless of your reasons, you must set goals that you will keep for 2023. For this…

Make eye contact. Have you ever heard that advice before? It usually tops the list of things to do when interviewing for a new job or meeting a new client. Most people do not want to conduct business with someone who cannot make eye contact with them. If you’re going to build your career and…