Congrats! You just got your first job! You’ve worked so hard in school, and to prepare countless resumes and interview responses. And, finally, it has all paid off! This is such an exciting moment and one of which you should be very proud. But, now that you got the job…how do you be successful? The […]
Dress for Success: Best Shoes for Work
Your big interview is coming up and you want to look your best. You picked out your Blouse, Pants, and Blazer, but…what should you do about your shoes? Aim for comfort so you have one less hassle? Or step it up a notch and wear the highest heels that make you feel amazing? Today […]
How to Overcome Shyness at Work
Last week, I wrote about How to Speak Up at Work. One reader, Sheryl, wrote to me saying that she is very shy and doesn’t like speaking in large audiences, or to very senior leaders in her company. She feels those high stakes situations make her nervous and, as a result, she isn’t as articulate […]
Dress for Success: Best Blazers and Cardigans for Work
You’ve chosen your perfect blouse and your pants, but your outfit isn’t yet complete. You don’t feel yet like you’ve dressed for success until you have chosen the perfect blazers for work! Wait, I need to wear a blazer? Well, in short, yes. Remember a few weeks ago we looked out how Fortune’s Most Powerful […]
How to Speak Up at Work
I received an email from a reader, Lexi, who is concerned about a new budget process being implemented in her department at work. She felt there were redundant steps in the new budget process that will slow down the approval of new projects. Lexi feels she needs to speak up before work gets delayed. However, […]