Happy new year, dear readers! It’s safe to say that 2020 was a challenging year for just about everyone, both professionally and personally. And now that we’re safely into 2021, it might be easy to live under the philosophy of …
You’re all set to refresh your resume (or write a brand new one) as you kick off your job search. As you click around the web searching for a great new resume template, you start noticing that some of them …
Dec. 29, 2020 1:14 pm ET
In brief
Plan out each day ahead of time, and organize your schedule around when you work best.
Start each day with an easy win.
Try working in sprints to make …
Whether you’ve been laid off or want to leave your current job, it's possible to discover a more secure, more satisfying, higher paying position that will be better for your personal and professional growth. Leaving the known for the unknown can be …
There is some truth to the old adage, “a mistake is just an opportunity for growth and learning.” A minor error can usually be seen as a lesson on what not to do, so don’t be afraid to mess up now and …
In some ways, video meetings are a lot like in-person meetings. You get together, say hello, and get down to business. Unfortunately, that also means that the same biases that exist in physical offices can carry over into video meetings. …
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In 2017, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reports that over 80,000 workplace discrimination charges were filed, resulting in a staggering $400 million in compensation for victims. The Commission defines and prohibits 12 types of …
The uncertainty and stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic can put a great strain on employees. Work quality and quantity can suffer, and employees can experience increased anxiety, depression, and fear. To be sure, it can be difficult to know …
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The last twelve months have brought unprecedented change to the healthcare system. No facet has been untouched. The degree and severity vary widely, depending on position and perspective.
Applying ancient wisdom to modern problems relies on the premise …
If nothing else, 2020 has been an extraordinary year—often in the worst sense of the word. The coronavirus pandemic caused many of us to cancel plans, lose jobs, and miss out on much-needed time with loved ones. A presidential election strained …
