The COVID-19 outbreak has businesses doing what they can to limit the spread of the virus. Phrases like "flatten the curve" are becoming an everyday phrase. The responsibility of "flattening the curve" has been passed on from workplaces to teams who are now working from home. Some are excited to work from home - the … Continue reading 8 Things You Need to Do When You Work From Home
When I Learned that Negotiation Isn’t About Winning
One of the key lessons I've learned recently is a collaboration principle I’ve long believed in, which was reinforced during a negotiation course by Peter D. Johnston, Managing Director of NAI Limited. Our class took part in a double-blind negotiation exercise wherein two teams competed for points based on the result of our price negotiations … Continue reading When I Learned that Negotiation Isn’t About Winning
Spotlight: Gerry Akkerman and Leadership
I met with Gerry Akkerman, Director of Business Technology Programs and Projects at TransLink. The top 3 areas that we focused on were core leadership values, sources of leadership inspiration, and advice to his younger self. Gerry AkkermanImage Source: LinkedIn Our interview began with Gerry explaining his career pathway. He said that he didn’t have … Continue reading Spotlight: Gerry Akkerman and Leadership
The 3 Questions in Every MBA Interview and How to Answer Them
The three questions that you will - without a doubt - be asked in your MBA program interview are: Why an MBA? Why now? And why this school? My best advice, from experience, is to be completely honest. The worst answers you can give are the ones that you think the interviewer wants to hear. … Continue reading The 3 Questions in Every MBA Interview and How to Answer Them
How to Get a Job-Winning Reference After Your MBA
Your hard work has paid off and you're now ready to take on your next career opportunity - you're starting your MBA soon! All that’s left is to wrap things up at your current job, which is a chance to show integrity and earn a strong reference for when you start your post-MBA job search. … Continue reading How to Get a Job-Winning Reference After Your MBA
Four Modern Business Principles by Coco Chanel
Chanel is one of the most successful, long-standing, and recognizable companies in the fashion industry. It was first established in 1909 by Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, and as of 2018, it has grown into a 10 billion-dollar company. The brand’s signature items throughout their history include the women's Chanel Suit, the Chanel No. 5 fragrance, and … Continue reading Four Modern Business Principles by Coco Chanel
A New Approach to Conquering Your Commute in 2019
If you live in a big metro area, it's very possible that you measure your commute in more than just minutes. You have likely exhausted all of your music playlists and have heard the same traffic updates at least three times within the last 10 minutes. It's time to introduce your ears to something new: podcasts. Get started with three podcast suggestions specially curated for the emerging professional woman. Continue reading...
Short & Sweet Resume Success
You are hunting for a lateral career move with greater opportunity for growth, or you're gearing up to apply for the next appropriate career milestone. All you need to know is how to prepare the perfect resume. This simple tactic may leave you asking yourself, "Why didn't I think of this sooner?" Continue reading...
Companies with a Conscience: The Giving Keys
If you're like me and you equate consumerism to the ability to vote with your dollars, The Giving Keys is a social enterprise that needs to be on your radar. Continue reading...
The Career Development Strategy That Will Get You Noticed
I get it. You hear the words “interview” and your nerves start buzzing with the spirit of your over-prepared Type A tendencies. Chill – this interview will be the easiest and arguably the most productive career conversation you will have.
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