Growing in our careers is something we all strive to do. Whether it is moving on to the next level in your career or changing companies, we all look for strategies we can use to get to the next level. Career changes for everyone are different, some people want to earn more money or wantContinue reading “How to Effectively Advance in Your Career: Five Steps“
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How Can Effective Critical Thinking Help You in the Workplace and Life?
Critical thinking is a keystone in the workplace and your personal life. Critical thinking can help you improve your overall problem-solving strategies while getting ahead of the game regarding projects or tasks you must complete. Sometimes in life and work, we will have things that must get done to keep things running efficiently. So howContinue reading “How Can Effective Critical Thinking Help You in the Workplace and Life?”
Improving Your Career with a Mentor
Many people are looking for ways to boost their careers through meaningful interactions. Whether you are looking to boost your career through networking or professional development, considering mentorship is a strategy that will help to start your career insightfully and constructively. When I first started my career in Human Resources over 10 years ago,Continue reading “Improving Your Career with a Mentor“
Video Resumes and Interviews! What are they all about?
It is a new thing, and yes, they do exist! Video resumes or videos are becoming more common as part of the recruitment process. I have had to create a few videos of myself to submit a job application or as a step in the recruitment process. Video resumes can be daunting and nerve-wracking, butContinue reading “Video Resumes and Interviews! What are they all about?”
Taking Time for Self-Care
Considering the last two years of the pandemic and our lives changing, it is important to take time for your self-care. Taking care of yourself is more than doing a beauty night to feel better (although that is fun). Self-care is about relaxing, finding time for yourself, doing activities that build up your mind, andContinue reading “Taking Time for Self-Care”
Should I Take a Career Break?
So, the question is “Should I take a career break?”. Career breaks are important, and if timed right, they can provide you with experiences you might not have otherwise. While working and building your career are important, taking time off to experience life and take care of yourself are also extremely valuable. Many people today,Continue reading “Should I Take a Career Break?”
What is Happenstance, and How to Make it Work for You
Career planning, guidance, and direction are all major components of everyone’s career journey. Have you ever wished that opportunities would present themselves, or that you had a way to create them? This is where Planned Happenstance comes in. Planned Happenstance was coined by Professor John Krumboltz. To sum it up, Planned Happenstance is searching forContinue reading “What is Happenstance, and How to Make it Work for You”
How do I Find My Passion?
We all have passions, from knitting to human rights we all have something we love and want to pursue in our lives. But what do you do when you aren’t sure about what passion you should chase? Just simply searching for something to like, is like running on a hamster wheel. Instead, you should activelyContinue reading “How do I Find My Passion?”
How to Get Back Up When You Feel Knocked Down
So, I won’t lie, as I write this post, I am in a state of feeling knocked down and belittled. Today was not my shining star moment. I am a true believer that we have total control over what we choose to learn and do with learned life experiences. Learning from not-so-nice experiences in lifeContinue reading “How to Get Back Up When You Feel Knocked Down”
Learning About Mindful Practices
Mindfulness is a big topic these days as more people are seeking out ways to care for themselves and wanting to lead healthier lives. Mindfulness is a thought process that you follow without judgment, where you are aware of your surroundings and thought processes. It is based on focusing on where you are at theContinue reading “Learning About Mindful Practices”
Bliss + You 