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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
Fun fact: I frequently have no idea what I’m doing. No matter what field you’re in or what you’ve done with your career so far, there’s always a bit of working it out as you go — problem-solving in the field when you’re presented with something you didn’t necessarily expect or working confidently even when […] More
The other day I was just casually going about my business, scrolling through my Twitter newsfeed, and suddenly stumbled onto an article about the horns that are growing out of the back of people’s necks from looking down at their phones so much??? So, yeah, this is #2019. After a solid minute of horrified fascination, I […] More
As a successful professional who always meets her deadlines and never misses the opportunity to celebrate a coworker’s birthday (because cookies), it’s safe to say that you’re dedicated to your job. While your career doesn’t have to define your identity, it’s a detail that helps describe your life, and you’ve worked hard to be proud of yours. In […] More
I can’t remember the last January that I didn’t make a New Year’s Resolution. Perhaps it’s the optimist in me, emerging blearily from the excesses of the festive season, when anything is seemingly possible. Perhaps it’s simply the fact that I’ve spent a little bit too much time with my family by then, and need […] More
