Growth is about moving forward – and so is developing a growth mindset. Psychologist Carol Dweck coined the term “growth mindset” in her 2006 book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Her studies show that those who believe they can develop their talents tend to achieve more than those who feel their abilities are innate, [...]
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There’s an insightful book by Robert K. Johnson and J. Walker Smith entitled Life is Not Work, Work is Not Life. It’s a meaningful title and account, as everyone struggles with work/life balance at some point – but perhaps never do the two feel more intertwined than when, suddenly, you lose your job. No one [...]
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A final job interview is just that: your last chance to impress a hiring manager and/or members of a search committee before they select the candidate they want to hire. The field has been narrowed to its last point: there are only a small number of contenders left, and congratulations because, you’re one of them. [...]
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People have been making New Year’s resolutions for thousands of years. While the tradition has evolved, in modern times most of them tend to focus on personal goals and self-improvement. There’s nothing wrong with that, of course, but much can be gained from applying this annual practice to your work life as well. Think SMART [...]
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As noted by Brooke Vukovic, adjunct lecturer of leadership coaching at Northwestern University, the key to successful leadership is authenticity - drawing from one’s own unique experiences, values and strengths. According to Vukovic, authenticity, “is not a license to be exclusively focused on the self. It’s about being aligned with your character and values in [...]
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Like it or not, Monday morning is coming. How nice would it be to approach it without a sense of stress or dread as Sunday evening rolls around? Why cheat yourself out of any of the much-deserved rest and relaxation you look forward to every weekend? The only tradeoff is: Allow yourself just a small [...]
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You have enough to do already. Chances are, you’ve started off the new year running just as fast as you did at the end of 2022. Where, in the grand scheme of things, are you supposed to find the time to sit down and define, set, and start working toward those career goals you keep [...]
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The job market is a living thing. The conditions that determine your ability to find a job and the amount you demand in the market evolve over time. To make the most of this fact, you need to understand the way things are trending and the steps you need to take to advance your career. [...]
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The new year has arrived and you’re ready to take it by storm. You’ve been feeling unfulfilled in your current job for quite some time, and you’ve finally decided to do something about it. Right now, you’re trying to figure out exactly what you want, before kickstarting your job search. To help guide the way, [...]
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Disagreeing with your boss can be tricky. After all, they're the ones in charge and you don't want to risk coming across as disrespectful or too challenging. However, there are times when it's important to express your disagreement and make your opinion heard. This post will outline the proper way to disagree with your boss [...]
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February 15, 2023
