Congrats! After all of those resumés that you’ve sent out, you’ve finally landed an interview! You’ve passed the first test, and you only have one more chance to really stand out from the crowd. But how? Nailing a job interview can be the deciding factor between getting an offer and going back to the drawing … Read more
I have had my fair share of boring jobs. In fact, in one of my former jobs, I think my biggest accomplishment was researching and subsequently applying to graduate school. Having a lot of downtime at work can be really frustrating, especially if you feel like you have a lot more to offer than you’re … Read more
Out of all of the standard job interview questions, one that is among my least favorite is, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” I understand that potential employers are looking for a goal-oriented person who is driven to progress in their career, but my knee-jerk response to this question is always, “I don’t even … Read more
“The only thing that is constant is change.” – Heraclitus Especially with the advancements in technology, the world is constantly changing, and it’s up to you to keep up with it (which is near impossible if you don’t have a growth mindset). The only way for you to do this is to accept yourself as … Read more
“Where do you see yourself in five years?” You’ve probably been asked this question during a job interview, but it is also a question that you should ask yourself. To be honest, this question sometimes makes me cringe because I don’t always know where I see myself in a week, much less five years. However, … Read more
Twas’ the night before exams and all through the dorms… ill-prepared students were filing add/drop forms. On the other side of town, an ad executive grows weary… as his career defining pitch is still merely a query. People like these have turned overthinking into an artform. They are victims of analysis paralysis and, as such, … Read more
Are you stuck in a rut of mediocre workplace habits that aren’t helping you build a successful career? Do you want to set your business up to thrive, but just can’t seem to get in the groove to propel yourself to the next level? Good workplace habits are essential for anyone who is passionate about … Read more