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Happy New Year! Blog Updates and More

January 5, 2021
Happy new year

Not another new year, new me type of post! I promise you this isn't one of those blog posts. Instead, I'm here to tell you if you spent even a portion of 2020 working on something, career moves, a passion project, starting a family, it's not time to give up yet. Psalms 46:10 says, "Be still and know that I am God." It's not the time[...]

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Outside of the Office

Let it Burn: All About Burnout

January 5, 2021
All About Burnout

What is burnout? According to Mayo Clinic, job burnout is “a state of physical or emotional exhaustion that also involves a sense of reduced accomplishment and loss of personal identity.” Although, it’s not a medical diagnosis, the symptoms and potential effects of burnout are very real. In May 2019, the World Health Organizatio[...]

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What to Wear & Dress Professionally

What to Wear Wednesday: White Blouse

December 23, 2020

Wearing black and white is timeless and crisp. The only thing to be careful of is spillage I really enjoyed the overall look and idea of this outfit, but there were some things that irked me about the shirt. Also, I forgot to take pictures of my shoes so bear with me, this is a new segment for all of us. I promise I’ll get better, sigh[...]

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Professionalism 101

What is Company Culture?

December 20, 2020
What is Company Culture

What is company culture? Let's take a look at what it is and why it's a key factor in choosing a job.

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Outside of the Office

Why You Need to Sit Yo A$$ Down Sometimes – Hiatuses

December 12, 2020
Sit Down Hiatus

This post won’t be long. Over the past few months, particularly this last month, I’ve realized the importance of taking care of myself and learning to sit down. Self care is something I’m trying to be more intentional and consistent about, but I’m not gonna lie, it’s hard. When you’ve been in go mode for so long and priori[...]

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Going in Cold- 3 Tips to Help You Get Acclimated in the Office and Meet New People

October 25, 2020
Meeting People at New Job

Starting a new job can be difficult. Not knowing anyone can make it a lot harder. Check out these tips to meet new people in the office and find your work tribe.

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3 Things to Take Off Your Resume… and Why

October 20, 2020
3 Things to Take Off Your Resume

Have no idea why your resume isn't begging employers to hire you? Take a look at these 3 things you should take off your resume now.

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Podcast Alert – What to Put in Your Rotation Next

October 4, 2020
Podcast Alert

Check out this Podcast Alert! Today's find is I Choose the Ladder. Read more to see why I think it's a great listen.

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Transitioning Work

Advice for Your Senior Year of College Before Full-time Work

September 14, 2020

Here are three things I wish I knew and did in my senior year of college before working full-time, especially with my schedule.

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Professionalism 101

Getting the Job Done

September 8, 2020
Getting the Job Done

Professionalism 101: Use this post to learn the basics about doing your job and getting the job done.

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