Six months ago, I would have sworn that I would not need another device in my house….ever. We are busting at the seams and there just isn’t room for anything else. Now, here I am, at home 24/7 (or rather 23.5/7 since I take a walk every day), with my sanity hanging on a […]
Career Advice
4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Having a Baby
Last week I was caught up with a woman I mentor, Camille, who just joined the workforce after graduating from an MBA program. She was asking all kinds of questions about career progression in the industry I am in. Many of her questions stemmed from the fact that she plans on having a baby in […]
I’m Sorry, but You Need to Say Sorry at Work
You’ve noticed there is a war against the use of the word “sorry” at work. Lately, everyone — including Forbes and CNBC — seems to be saying that saying “sorry” in the workplace will severely undermine your career. This focus has makes you paranoid; should I be saying “sorry” for using the word “sorry”?! I did […]
How do Fortune’s 40 Under 40 Women Dress for Success?
Last week, we looked at how Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Dress for Success. In case you don’t have time to read last week’s post, the key takeaway was: you need to wear a blazer. I found this, frankly, surprising; I didn’t expect such a strong affinity for blazers, given that I do not see many […]
How to Handle a Bad Review
You’ve worked hard all year. Things weren’t always smooth sailing, and you learned a lot throughout the year. You feel you made any necessary course corrections. That said, you’re worried about how your performance will be assessed. Will your boss see the mishaps in the context of the tough situation you were in? Will your […]