Since 2019, I have maintained my blog with updated posts related to job searching and personal development. I used to sit at my laptop for 7 or 8 hours a day, trying to brainstorm topics, while writing cover letters for
Tag: Professional Development
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title: Evaluating My Ambitions
As I jump back into the search, after taking some time away from that field, I want to confront these fears head-on so I can move on — and evaluate other people’s perceptions of my ambitions. I am exploring the fears I
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title: Feeling a Bit Rusty
As I jump back into the search, I’m feeling rusty. And I’m confident I need to work on this before I get any job back in this field. I am exploring the fears I face as I continue my job
JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out
Adopting a JOMO attitude can help you become a better manager and leader. Learn skills on adopting a JOMO attitude today! I am always looking for new ways to describe my leadership or supervision style – and its limitations. Last
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title: Replacing the Negative Feedback
I am exploring the fears I face as I continue my job search in a field I have worked in for the last 20 years: replacing negative feedback. I am exploring the fears I face as I continue my job search in a field
Why Am I Afraid of Elevating My Job Title to Match My Skills: Exploring My Fears
My recent job search has revealed a number of issues, which prompts exploring my fears related to applying for more senior level jobs. Originally, I was going to compose a post about how to switch up my job search strategies.
I Quit! Talking about Job Loss at Interviews
Learn strategies to answer questions about your job losses at interviews, especially when you have quit or were fired. Last month, I shared a quandary I faced: do I stay at or leave a job that conflicted with my values.
You Can’t Ask That! Illegal Interview Questions and How to Respond
Not every question asked in an interview is allowed to be asked. Learn how to identify an illegal interview question and a response that works best for you! Today I applied for a senior manager position at a local university