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October 27, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Thinking About How Your Job Helps Others, Will Help You Feel Motivated

It’s easy to feel isolated in a job. Even in an office full of coworkers or a store full of customers, we can experience that familiar feeling of dread and loneliness as each day blends into the next. We’re often

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October 13, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Is Hustle Culture Over?

Before the world changed in March 2020, Hustle Culture, a societal trend that promotes intense and continuous hard work aka “the grind” seemed like the only way to achieve success as a young professional. People prided themselves on balancing jobs,

September 27, 2022 Julie Shenkman

All Your Questions About the Skills Section on Your Resume Are Answered

Writing a resume to only include the important things is hard and the first thing we tend to cut is the skills section. But wait! Your skills section on your resume isn’t something to give up, instead, the skills you’re

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September 6, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Working From Home Doesn’t Mean NOT Growing in Your Career

Advancing your career while working from home requires the same dedication and ambition it does when working in an office. That said, you also have unique challenges to overcome in the process, including but not limited to: Remote professionals can

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August 18, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Easy Cover Letter Checklist

You know you need a cover letter, but you aren’t sure how to write a good one? We’ve got you covered! Follow this checklist and you’ll have an amazing cover letter in no time! Cover letters are important because they

July 28, 2022 Julie Shenkman

5 Steps to Take When You Can’t Decide on a Career

Don’t know what career is right for you? You’re not alone. For entry level employees, the world of work can seem like a scary place when you don’t know what career is right for you. Lots of people choose a

June 30, 2022 Julie Shenkman

How Saying “No” Can Be Just as Powerful as Saying “Yes” When It Comes to Taking the Next Step in Your Career

We all have learned (or at least heard) that being a “yes person” positively contributes to our mental attitude and social interactions for it makes us more open to opportunities and opinions. However, when you take this behavior too far,

June 16, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Is Admitting You Need a Mental Health Day to Your Boss Going to Hold You Back?

Health and wellness are increasingly important for many organizations and people. They impact our lives and help us enjoy life. And what’s included in health and wellness benefits are expanding. Not only is physical health emphasized but having good mental

June 2, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Are You Settling for Less in Your Career Because You’re Scared?

“There is no passion to be found playing small–in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela Although we call it “comfort zone”, when we’re stuck in it, we no

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April 21, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Ask Yourself These 3 Questions to Figure Out Your Next Career Move

When caught under the pressure of deciding what your next career move should be, when struggling with the fear of not finding a job or of disappointing someone, you often forget that your needs and aspirations are what you must

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