In terms of safe and robust careers, there aren’t too many that are in as healthy a position as accounting. We live in an age where accounting skills have long been in demand, and this is only expected to grow in the coming decade. Indeed, research has indicated that it’s an industry that will develop … Read more
Some people may wonder whether a humanities degree is the right choice. While you might get to dive into an interesting subject, it can seem like there are fewer practical, transferable skills. However, a history degree can give you some essential skills that you can take into your career once your education is finished. Here … Read more
Speaking in front of an audience or holding a meeting with a manager can test the business communication skills of even the most experienced communicators. For Gen Zers entering the workforce, it’s essential to develop both verbal and nonverbal communication skills. Gen Zers should also understand the connection between emotional intelligence and communication to further … Read more
The beauty industry can be a dog-eat-dog world where only the very best have a chance at success. Just hard work or just intelligence is not enough, it takes novel ideas, consistent results, and an incredible amount of dedication to make your beauty business work. Those who make it in the beauty industry have … Read more
Women are traditionally associated with roles in the health, education, recruitment, and customer service industries and they have been very successful in them. Women have been able to show how they can use strong communication skills, innovation, and goal management to be statistically better leaders. With that said, women are using industry trends to … Read more
There has been more and more spotlight on gender equality and the growth of women in leadership positions. We read about the barriers to women’s advancement into leadership positions. Concepts such as glass ceilings have become popularized and have become a symbol of the movement. According to Catalyst, while the share of Women in … Read more
It comes to no surprise that women add a comforting and impactful touch to the workplace. They have the ability to take calculated risks without an egotistic attitude and grow their network by collaborating and coming together to complete anything put in front of them. Even though women sometimes get the short end of the … Read more
Back when the internet was still fairly new, and everyone only had a flip phone, the only thing we had against hackers was to download the latest version of antivirus software. But times have changed, and so too have the objects that can be hacked. While many people might not think about the possibility … Read more
A night shift is often seen as an awful choice because it can mess with your inner clock. It’s also not desirable to only be outside or at work when the sun is down. However, it does come with some undeniable advantages if you’re a parent. Night shifts sync your free time with your … Read more
As a woman in the workplace in the US, it is understood that there exists a truly unfair gender-related pay gap. While the gap has been steadily shrinking in recent years, it is still very prevalent. According to a study by Glassdoor in the US, women still earn about 79 cents for every dollar that … Read more
Still think that a financial advisor marketing plan is just for the big firms? Think again! Running a financial advisory firm is hard. In the early years, it’s a hustle to find clients and pay the bills. Five to seven years into the practice, there are workflows to optimize, staff to hire and train, … Read more
“Chase relationships, not job openings.” This is a mantra I share with everyone, including boomers, when it comes to networking. Power Boosting your Job Search The paradigm is shifting – job hunting is no longer a resume game. In the digital age, we have to be more proactive about nurturing a network of relationships to … Read more
Writing for a living is something very possible, now that we have the internet around. Quite a few people have taken to the online airwaves to make their fortune, and freelancing as a writer is one of the best ways to build a skilled portfolio that could soon lead to a 6 figure income. Of … Read more
By now you’ve heard of the gig economy – the shift from traditional employment working for someone else to being your own boss. But what are the benefits of being a gig worker and what does it take to succeed as a freelancer? Freelance benefits: Flexibility to choose when you work and how often. Decide … Read more
Personal growth depends on stepping out of your comfort zone. Unfortunately, most of us try to avoid taking risky moves out of fear. That fear ultimately holds us back from new opportunities and limits the amount of personal development possible. Why take risks at all? Risk-taking isn’t always dangerous. Even small things like reaching … Read more