As we enter into the last quarter of 2018 it’s easy to fall into one of two states of mind: State of Mind #1: The year is almost over and I haven’t accomplished nearly as much as I wanted to, so I’ll just wait until the New Year and begin fresh then. State of Mind #2: The year is almost…
Self-Assessment Quiz — TRUE OR FALSE: My resume is up to date. I can recite my elevator pitch in my sleep. I regularly attend industry events. I have a game plan and a hit list when I get to the events. The end of summer is fast approaching. Some kids have already started back to school. The days are getting…
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ TRUE or FALSE: I know that change at my job can happen at any time, in any sort of form. I keep myself up-to-date professionally online so that I’m prepared for change. Getting too comfortable in my position can be detrimental to my career growth. You’ve just gotten settled into your new position. You’ve told your mom…
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ TRUE or FALSE: No one notices me at work; it doesn’t matter if I work hard or not. My boss doesn’t really pay attention to my work and how I do it. Sometimes meetings are called and I’m not included; I don’t bother to tell anyone. Last week, I talked about being too bubbly at work and how…
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ TRUE or FALSE: If I want to be taken seriously at work, I’d better be serious – at all times. Earning trust from my fellow co-workers has nothing to do with how I present myself emotionally day-to-day. I’m aware of how my personality affects those I work with. When things get out of hand in life, you…
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ TRUE or FALSE: I can come straight from the club to work as long as my work is on point. It doesn’t matter that I look different. I’m always respected for my ideas, and that’s what’s important. If Bozoma Saint John (Chief Brand Office, Uber) can show up and show out work style wise, so can I.…
Self-Assessment Quiz: True or False Dressing for success is an outdated way of thinking. My style is my style – office culture be damned. Being younger gives me a bit of wiggle room for fashion faux pas at work. Yep, I’m still stuck on talking about how to dress for success. Why? Because I’ve seen so many people get this…
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ True or False: I have made a career vision board. I have a mind of my own. If my goal landed in my life today, I’m ready. I spend more time on Facebook reading about others’ successes than working on building my own. There is absolutely no time to waste when it comes to your career and…
Self-Assessment Quiz – True or False: When it comes to people I trust, I can take them at their word. Reputable companies don’t give employees the runaround. A verbal agreement is liquid gold in the business world. Did your mama ever tell you “Follow the actions, not the words”? Well, mama knew what she was talking about, especially when it…
Self-Assessment Quiz – True or False: I know what I need to succeed at my job, from salary to support to scheduling. I am aware of my strengths and weaknesses. I don’t let other people make decisions for me without my input. I am confident with speaking up, interacting with higher executives, and tooting my own horn. There is a…