Category: Career Development
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7 Effective Strategies to Advocate for Yourself at Work
Asking to be considered for a job or a promotion is one of the hardest things to do as a professional. It’s putting yourself out there in a way that is hard to step back from. I liken it to sharing with a friend you think there’s an opportunity for a relationship (married that friend).…
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Essential Reads: Books You Can’t Miss This Year
One of my favorite posts each year is putting together a list of books to read in the upcoming year. After finishing my doctorate (and being told what to read for four years), I was burned out on reading for some time. However, I teach that our industry is always changing, so it is important…
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Essential Skills Gained from Pursuing a Doctorate
I’ve taken time this year to suss out how higher education has helped me in achieving my goals. First, I thought broadly about the impacts of how higher education made me a better person and leader. Then, I challenged myself to spend time thinking about the impact each degree had on my life. First, my…