Getting adjusted to a new job is something many people are facing for a number of reasons, such as a personal hiatus or an unplanned couple of years working from home (or in-person) at a different company. The first day at a new job with so many new faces—and responsibilities—can bring up a range of ... [ Read More ]
Email Etiquette Q&A: From Updated Greetings to Graciously Following-up
A topic that has surfaced repeatedly in recent weeks is the conundrum when it comes to email etiquette. With offices opening back up and business bouncing back from the pandemic, there has been a multitude of questions revolving around emails. For most people, the thought of composing an email seems ... [ Read More ]
The Value of Soft Skills in a Job Interview
According to a study conducted by Harvard, Stanford and the Carnegie Foundation, 85% of one’s job success is based on their “soft skills,” their ability to put others at ease. When you fine-tune these skills, they can make a powerful impact on how others perceive you. Soft skills indicate how a ... [ Read More ]
How to Transition Back to the Office After Working Remote
So many people have reached out lately to ask if I would write something about how to transition back to the office. Leaving the comfort of your own home, as well as jumping out of sweats and tennies, is a big step. I’m writing this blog right now wearing one of my favorite pairs of yoga pants, a ... [ Read More ]
Post-Pandemic Career Goals
The pandemic took a toll on not only our health and emotions but also the way we conduct business in daily life. The traditional office was replaced with a kitchen table, the bed or corner closet and business as usual took a big hit. Now that the world is slowly getting back to what we once called ... [ Read More ]
Leadership Skills That Will Propel Your Career
There are still many unanswered questions and unfamiliar roads ahead when it comes to the post-pandemic world. According to a report by Deloitte Access Economics, by 2030, two-thirds of all jobs will be “soft skill intensive.” Developing the leadership skills necessary to manage people, run ... [ Read More ]
What Are Soft Skills? Tips for Job Seekers
When it comes to getting hired, recruiters look at your behavior and mannerisms as carefully as they do your technical skills and experience. A person will often get hired because they are eager, well-versed, informed, and willing to learn. The right attitude is often more impressive than the years ... [ Read More ]
Four Priorities Professionals Shouldn’t Overlook
For the past several months, trying to keep your business going may have been your first priority. Taking classes online and grabbing a burger through the drive-through has probably been the norm. There is light at the end of the tunnel. It's time to re-establish routines that may have fallen by the ... [ Read More ]
Returning to the Office: Etiquette & Tips
There is finally light at the end of the tunnel as people can start to think about getting back to work in their offices. It will not be the same. The workplace has changed and transitions will be covered by updates to physical space, corporate policies and personal feelings which range from ... [ Read More ]
Back to The Office and Remote Work Burnout
Because of an unexpected virus, work life and school life became suddenly shuttered and we were all suddenly tasked with learning to work remote. Once people got the hang of it, there were many perks to be found. A shortened daily commute, waking up a little later and having the first cup of coffee ... [ Read More ]
Virtual Meeting Etiquette: Fine-Tuning Your Remote Presentation
By now, virtual meetings are part of our daily routine. A Zoom presentation to the office team, or presenting as a Keynote at a large virtual event, along with a multitude of video conferencing options, is here to stay. Face to face often means screen to screen and making a personal connection ... [ Read More ]
The Drawbacks of Working From Your Bed
Many people have traded their corner office for their kitchen table or small desk in their home's spare bedroom. It's tempting to turn off the alarm, grab a cup of coffee and then crawl back into bed to read daily emails and start the workday from the comfort of a soft, cozy pillowtop mattress. ... [ Read More ]
Pandemic Dining Etiquette
The etiquette of the dining table has taken a different tone since the pandemic as everyone is much more mindful of sharing germs. Knowing how to navigate the rules of the table has always been an important professional skill. However, some of the etiquette tips that were once a gold standard have ... [ Read More ]
“I Hate My Job!” What To Do When Your Dream Job Has Become a Nightmare
You have finally landed the job of your dreams but you quickly realize it’s not the right fit, and you dread logging in remote or driving to work each day. When your initial excitement turns into daily dread, what can you do? The next time you find yourself saying, "I hate my job!" it's time to ... [ Read More ]
The Importance of Keeping Your Word
From a young age, children are taught the importance of keeping your word. This ranges from RSVPs, which means you must show up if you commit to attending a particular function, making a promise, and following up phone call to a customer. Failure to follow-through creates a sense of doubt and ... [ Read More ]