Subterms
Raise your hand if you hate it when people brag — right, I thought so. Everyone does, which is why it’s easy to be paranoid that you’re crossing the line of confidence and bragging. Having the confidence to promote yourself and your accomplishments is a great thing, but it can feel icky. Luckily, there are […] More
Have you ever noticed there is always a certain pattern in your relationships? Maybe it’s in the type of partner you’re usually attracted to; maybe it’s in how the relationship tends to end. If you find yourself ending up in similar situations over and over again, odds are this is due to your subconscious programming, […] More
The career landscape is changing. Inc. magazine recently reported that 63 percent of companies have remote workers, and Forbes proclaimed that digital nomadism — taking your laptop and working with you while travel the world — is officially on the rise. There’s a palpable allure to location independence. We envision poolside work sessions, laptops in […] More
When I went away to college, pretty much the last thing on my mind was exactly how much student loan debt I’d graduate with four years later. Whether that was wise or not can be up for debate, but I’d be willing that a lot of eager college freshman aren’t thinking about student loan debt […] More
While reading one of many “art of the craft books,” I came across what I now call “the 20-minute rule,” or “the art of productively grieving your losses.” Let’s take an example: you apply for a new job. It’s THE JOB. It’s the job you KNOW you are perfect for. You’ve been waiting for this […] More
As an adult, I don’t often find myself embarrassed. The mortifying moments of youth just don’t hold the same weight as an adult. You have a crush? Don’t hide it, go get it, girl. Tripped in front of your friends? I doubt they will laugh. The moments I have found myself embarrassed as an adult […] More
Constructive criticism. Two little words that can cause a whole lot of trouble. I don’t know which is worse: receiving constructive criticism or dishing it out. In your career, you’ll likely encounter a whole slew of tricky conversations. And if you think constructive criticism is hard, wait until you only have criticism to relay. No […] More
“Yeah, but they won’t be impressed by any of those examples,” she told me, as she looked woefully down at her resume that was now crinkled at the corners from all of her nervous fidgeting. “All of my experience is in retail, and that’s nothing like what they’re looking for in this administrative position.” There […] More
