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High-achieving women are choosing peace over burnout and redefining what success looks like. Here’s why peace is the new power move at work.
One piece of feedback nearly broke me but instead, it built the clarity, confidence, and strategy that shaped my entire career. If you’ve ever felt overlooked or underappreciated, this is the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed.
Salary negotiation isn’t just a skill—it’s a survival tool, especially for mid-career women in corporate spaces. Too often, we’re taught to be grateful for the opportunities we’re given, but to truly thrive, we need to advocate for what we deserve. In this post, I’m breaking down the unwritten rules of salary negotiation that no one talks about, offering real strategies you can use to walk into any room with confidence and secure the compensation you’ve earned.
As an HR executive with years of experience in corporate leadership, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful salary negotiation can be. Let me share the lessons I learned, the mistakes I made, and how I used the same strategies I’m teaching here to secure a $20K raise. Whether you're in the middle of a job search or looking to negotiate your next promotion, these rules will give you the clarity and confidence to ask for what you’re truly worth.
Saturdays may traditionally be associated with leisure, but for the savvy career-minded individual, they're an untapped wellspring of potential. Here are three dynamic strategies specifically crafted for job seekers and ambitious women in corporate to elevate their career trajectory.
As working women, we all face the common struggle of trying to climb the career ladder and improve our performance at work, but without honest and helpful feedback, it can be difficult to assess and grow our skills and abilities. In the workplace, feedback is an essential tool for growth, development, and advancement. However, despite the importance of feedback, many people avoid it, feeling uncomfortable with the process. But, feedback is a gift that will propel you forward in the workplace. Here are five easy steps to get more honest, helpful feedback.
A career can be both exciting and overwhelming. As I reminisce about the early days in my career, I recall a few insights that would have propelled me to success faster if I had known them earlier. Unfortunately, I had to learn the hard way. However, this blog is dedicated to sharing career #cheatcodes to help others in their career advancement. Whether you're starting out or seeking career guidance, here are some of the things I wished I knew earlier in my career.
In a world where business casual has reigned supreme for a while now, there’s one more trend creeping into corporate offices everywhere. It’s called ‘smart casual,’ and it’s changing the way we look at workwear attire. But what exactly is it? And how can you incorporate this trend into your wardrobe without sacrificing professionalism? Let’s take a closer look at what smart casual is, how to make it work in an office setting, and some wardrobe recommendations that will help you ace the trend.
Saying "no" at work can be difficult, especially when you want to keep the peace and maintain a good relationship with your colleagues and superiors. We all want to be good employees and helpful colleagues, so when we are asked for something that we cannot or simply do not want to do, it can be hard to turn down the request.
Quitting a job can be an emotional roller coaster. On one hand, you’re eager to start the next chapter of your career, but on the other, there’s guilt and anxiety around leaving people behind. It’s important to remember that preserving your relationships with colleagues is key to maintaining a positive reputation and expanding your professional network. So how do you quit your job gracefully while still setting yourself up for success? Let’s take a look.
We all want to be successful in our jobs and careers. But what do you do when you find yourself feeling unmotivated, unfulfilled, and just generally unsatisfied with your current job? It can be hard to determine when it is time to move on from a job or career that isn't quite right for you. Here are some signs that will help you know when it's time to start looking for something new.
When it comes to nail trends, one thing is abundantly clear: press-on nails are making a massive comeback and working women everywhere should be jumping for joy! Let's face it, as career-driven ladies, we always want to look our best, but finding time for a salon visit can be a major challenge.
1. THE BEST ADVICE I’VE EVER RECEIVED:
2. IF I COULD ONLY MEET ONE CELEBRITY, I’D PICK:
3. WHEN NO ONE IS LOOKING, I:
My seven-year-old daughter loves superheroes and soccer and will choose to play the game over playing with dolls any day. These days little Miss Personality has lots of interests but subscribing to others' preconceived ideas of who she should be is not one of them. She is incredibly wise beyond her years, which she recently demonstrated when she called out a gender stereotype. We were on vacation when a stranger called her “little princess.” She quickly replied, “I don’t like being called that. It’s not empowering for girls.” As a parent, it was an eye-opening and proud moment for me!