corporate culture

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September 11, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Finding Joy in a Busy Life: Strategies That Actually Work

We live in a culture that celebrates being busy. Ask anyone how they’re doing, and you’ll often hear, “Busy, but good.” Between work, family, and all of life’s responsibilities, our days can feel like one long to-do list. And while

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August 7, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Likability Is Key to a Successful Career

Yes, hard skills matter, but to be honest, it’s often the soft skills that help you truly shine. The most effective professionals aren’t always the smartest people in the room. They’re the ones who make others feel heard, respected, and

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February 18, 2025 Julie Shenkman

From Candidate to Valued Employee: Making Your First 90 Days a Success

Congratulations – you landed the job! After successfully navigating the application and interview process, you’re ready to embrace your new role. As you prepare for your first day, consider ways you can establish yourself as a high-value member of the

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December 20, 2022 Julie Shenkman

Things To Observe During the Job Interview

We’ve all read the articles and heard about what employers may be paying attention to during the interview process. Body language, being on time, dress code, preparation for those more difficult questions, research of the company background. But what should

October 5, 2021 Julie Shenkman

How to Determine if an Employer Supports Working Parents

Parenting is a full-time job and the additional stress of an employer that isn’t understanding doesn’t make it easier. If you are a working parent, on the job hunt, expecting or planning to have kids check out some of these

September 21, 2021 Julie Shenkman

Three Reasons Why People Quit Their Jobs

I’m sure we’ve all had that job where we knew we weren’t going to stay for more than a year. Some of you reading this might even be thinking about your last job and how you couldn’t even stay for

June 10, 2021 Julie Shenkman

6 Questions to Ask in the Job Interview to Figure Out If the Job and Company Are the Right Fit for You

Whether you’re a freshly emerged graduate seeking your first job, or a seasoned worker looking for something new, job searches can be stressful. They can be especially grueling if you feel like you have to take the first job that

May 25, 2021 Julie Shenkman

Types of Employees That Thrive in A Hybrid Workplace

When COVID-19 began nearly a billion employees shifted from working in an office to working from home, or in a hybrid capacity. This was a monumental shift and things are just beginning to return back to normal. However, there is

August 6, 2019 Julie Shenkman

What is Hustle Culture and How to Avoid Burnout

Popularized by sleep-deprived millennial college students, hustle culture is a societal trend that promotes intense and continuous hard work, suggesting that professional achievements are only awarded as a result of “the grind.” This involves balancing jobs, internships, and classes with

July 11, 2019 Julie Shenkman

8 Tips for Being More Productive at Work

Productivity is the biggest buzzword in the workplace. Everyone- from the CEO to the unpaid intern- is trying to maximize their working hours and finish tasks as quickly as possible. Becoming a highly productive employee isn’t without its challenges. It

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