Global business changes at such a stunning pace that entry-level professionals barely have time to acclimate to a new company, a new competitive environment, or new operational requirements. The challenges faced by young workers include lack of experience, a complex corporate world, and business education that is too theoretical and out of sync with...
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As far back as we can remember, we’ve been told to listen. In any organization with a top-down hierarchy, listening is paramount. However, as we move up the ladder, we tend to start talking more and listening less. You have to lead, you have to manage, you have to train, and you have to...
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Have you been applying to positions and not getting a response? Are you looking for ways to stand out in a crowd? Then a fully optimized LinkedIn profile may be right for you! Whether you are entering the job market for the first time or climbing the corporate ladder for years, a well-developed LinkedIn...
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Graduation from college is a beautiful thing. Parents, family, and friends come, near and far, for such a life-changing experience. Many college graduates are promised jobs and professional opportunities before graduation, while it may take others time for them to get their first job offer. As a graduate and proud member of the Golden...
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Each individual has contrasting “needs” and “wants” when evaluating their move to graduate school, but some factors are more important than others. The decision to move to a different state to enter a Ph.D. program can be simplified once you realize your primary and secondary non-negotiable’s. As a first-year Ph.D. Latina student in a...
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Do you have a memory like an elephant? Do you have the unique ability to remember even the most minute details, dates, facts and figures from forever ago? Do you feel absolutely no need to write anything down because it is all “right here” (tapping my index finger on my right temple)? I am...
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Wanting to have a powerful take-off in a certain area in your life will require you to put forth some type of work. Making a powershift will require you to tap into your inner power and shift in the direction you want to go. However, sometimes tapping into your inner power requires prerequisite steps....
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At some point everyone will face a stressful situation whether in school, work, in dealing with relationships or just the road bumps that naturally cone along with life. Having healthy strategies to deal with and manage stress can make all the difference. Below are a few tips to help manage some of those stressful...
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A lot of people look towards freelancing as an opportunity to work flexible hours, charge their own rates and be independent. These benefits are definitely alluring, but it’s not always easy to get into freelancing; it takes time and commitment. However, if you have a plan of action and know what you’re doing, you...
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Have you ever been presented with a “fail-proof” program that failed you anyway? Why do some things work for some people, but don’t for others? It is easy to forget that crucial statement: everyone is different. It’s also easy to forget that the only person you should compare yourself to, is yourself. We are...
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