7 Secrets to Become a Master of Meetings
“Oh yay! A meeting!” said no one, ever. Your typical meeting brings typical complaints: It’s long. Boring. Useless. But make no mistake – your meeting style matters to your career success and becoming a master of meetings will bolster your brand as a leader. I revisit this topic a lot: In fact, when I talked […]
4 Public Speaking Tips You Haven’t Heard Before
Deliver a speech. Give a presentation. Share a few thoughts. No matter what you call it, speaking in front of a group — even a small one — tops most people’s dread list. In fact, you may have heard public speaking is Americans’ No. 1 fear. (Hence the old joke that most people would rather […]
UChic Founder Christie Garton Shares Career Advice for Millennial Women and Their Managers
Social entrepreneur Christie Garton first started working with millennial women in 2008 when she launched UChic.com, an online magazine written by and for college women. More publications soon followed, including four editions of UChic: A College Girl’s Guide to Everything, a best-selling guidebook for women entering college. Along the way, Christie also founded the UChic […]
Wear This, Not That: A Millennial’s Guide to Business Casual
Ripped jeans. Tank tops. Flip flops. Visible bra straps. Wrinkled shirts. Shorts. Micro-mini skirts. Bare midriffs. Five o’clock shadows. Many managers complain that millennials think the same clothes you’d wear to the beach or a nightclub are also appropriate work attire. This is, of course, not a new workplace issue. Complaining about younger generations dressing […]
Job Search Advice for Graduates
The job market can be an intimidating place. That’s why I’ve dedicated much of my career to sharing job search advice that can help new grads figure it out, like basics on how to build a resume and where to start a job search. This week, I’ve been reading the latest job search advice for […]
What Millennial Women Can Learn From Gen Xers Who ‘Have It All’
researches and writes about a variety of topics tied to building a successful life — including time management, money management and productivity. I love her books and articles and recommend them often. In her latest project, Laura set out to understand women who appear to “have it all” by conducting a time diary study of […]
My Biggest Work Fail: A Lesson for Millennials and Their Managers
My first job out of college was in the business development group of WorkingWoman.com at the height of dot-com mania. Early on, I was tasked with negotiating a contract with a new client, something I’d never done before. But I was on it – referring to my notes and busily cutting and pasting verbiage. When […]
Business Etiquette for Millennials
For millennials entering the workforce, the office can be an overwhelming and intimidating place. Professional employees are expected to abide by certain standards of etiquette that millennials need to understand and adapt to as part of an organization. Remembering a few basic rules and guidelines can help millennials get a leg up at work. I’ve […]
How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome
Do you ever feel like a fake? If you’re a leader today and you’ve felt some occasional insecurity in your role, you’re far from alone. This phenomenon is often called impostor syndrome, and it’s a concern that arises in many training sessions I deliver to leaders, and new leaders in particular. The good news is […]
Are You Setting New Managers Up for Success?
Last winter I started doing yoga. As someone who is not naturally coordinated, calm or interested in chanting, I had no idea what I was doing at the beginning. So I took some lessons. Then I worked my way up to classes. And now, a year later, I can occasionally hold a crow pose for […]