Your résumé may have some employment gaps due to relocation, medical leave or family obligations, but what about smaller, skills-based gaps? These can include language skills, computer knowledge, or industry specific education. Review your résumé and see which gaps you may have then write a list of ways in which you can improve. Whether it’s at work or at home,...
Texting Is Convenient – But Not Professional
(Networking Hopeful): (7:39 P.M.) Hey Whitney!!! we met at that ntwrkng event last month. I’m still lkng for work. Do u know of ne jobs? J/w Thx With the conveniences of technology, it is easy to remain connected while in and out of the office. However, it is important to be mindful of the proper etiquette when reaching out to...
Negotiating Nirvana – Steps to Earning A Raise
Many of us were taught that there are three things we should avoid discussing: politics, religion, and money. Most of us listened. According to Forbes because women often avoid negotiating salaries, they are “sacrificing more than half a million dollars by the end of their professional lives.” Ensure that all of your hard work is rewarded by following these steps...
Writing Your Way to Success
What does it mean to be an “effective communicator”? Effectively communicating determines how you are viewed by your colleagues and friends. Since the business world relies heavily on email, your written skills should be polished and professional. Follow these tips to sharpen your written communication: Limit sentences to 17 words or less. A journalism professor once taught me to “keep...
70/30 Rule; Build Your Office Wardrobe
When shopping for office attire always start with a foundation of basic pieces and build around it. Basic black, navy, grey or brown pants and skirts that can be mixed and matched with tops and jackets and you will have a different look everyday. 70% of your wardrobe should be a classic staple. 30% of your office attire should have...
Feeling Blue?
Besides coloring blocking being the summer fashion 2011 trend, blue has made its way on the list. This summer the color palette will showcase various shades of blue: bright blues, baby blues, and so on. This is one of my favorite trend this summer. Instead of wearing black to the office think about changing out your black garments for blues....