#MyBossStory: How I Became an RA for Life
When I wrote Becoming the Boss, one of my goals was to highlight how I moved my own career from beginner to boss. I love sharing #MyBossStory with young women who are just starting out because it doesn’t feel that long ago that I was in those shoes. My story starts in a college dorm. […]
A Pause For Giving Thanks: Why Gratitude Is Totally Work Appropriate
It’s nothing new to give thanks for our loved ones on Thanksgiving. But as we think of our family and friends, it’s also a good time to reflect on the people who have helped us in our careers. The mentor who supported you from the start. The boss who, in retrospect, taught you more than […]
Beyond the Humblebrag: How to Own Your Success Without Feeling Braggy
“I have no place to put my new award! I’m running out of wall space in my office!” “So don’t love my new haircut, but three people told me it makes me look younger. Are they lying?!” We’ve all rolled our eyes at similar “humblebrags,” whether they’re comments made in meetings or posted on social […]
Beyond “Hang In There”: My Favorite Motivational Quotations
Before there was “Grumpy Cat,” there was “Hang In There” cat. Most of us remember seeing that poster tacked up in a break room or classroom at some point. No matter how cheesy some of them can be, there’s a reason people put motivational quotes on signs and plaques, ecards and memes: There’s something […]
The Final Election-at-Work Survival Guide: How to Make Non-Political Small Talk
Are you beyond tired talking of about you-know-what? I am. The epic presidential election of 2016 may even be causing your blood pressure to rise: a recent poll from the American Psychological Association found that more than half of Americans say the 2016 election is a very or somewhat significant source of stress. The final […]
Are You a “Financial Grownup?” A Conversation with Author Bobbi Rebell
If you’ve heard a lot about millennials’ financial challenges (they hop between jobs, they’re strapped with student loan debt), you might be surprised to know that as a generation, millennials are actually extremely fiscally responsible and eager to get started on the right financial foot. That’s why I was intrigued by the forthcoming book by […]
Social Media at Work: Do the Pros Outweigh the Cons?
Truth: Social media at work is an integral part of many of your employees’ days. According to a Pew research report, employees are using social media at work for a wide variety of reasons, both professional and non-job related — a combined 61 percent said they use social media to “take a mental break from […]
What Does ‘Authenticity’ Really Mean at Work?
Being “authentic.” While this has become a buzzword, I think the idea of authenticity transcends trendiness: It’s a trait I admire in others and that I strive for in my own life and work. Authenticity is especially important for leaders, and based on research I’ve done with my partner The Hartford, I know that a […]
“I Quit”: How to Go Out in a Blaze of Glory (Really!)
In some small corner of our brain, many of us have mentally rehearsed the moment when we go into our boss’ office and dramatically announce, “I quit!” Maybe you picture a satisfying slam of the door (by you) or tearful begging (by them). Or, perhaps you’ve thought about simply walking out the door and never […]
Should You Quit a Job You Hate?
“How long do I have to stay in a job I hate?” You wouldn’t believe how regularly I am asked that question. Most millennials will be glad to hear that the rules seem to have changed about this issue. It used to be that staying in a job one year was all but required for […]