A friend of mine currently looking for a job messaged me yesterday that she has complied a list of companies that she is interested in working for, but she is lost about how to research the companies to assess if they are a good fit for her ambitions and values. I faced this conundrum while…
View PostPick any book on career development and you will learn that mentorship is crucial to a successful career, particularly for women. As a fresh graduate though, it can be a challenge to ascertain how to find a mentor and what qualities to look for in one. In this post, I would like address the first…
View PostFor most women, including myself, apologizing is inexorably linked to our understanding of politeness. Saying sorry is second nature to us, and we seldom question our need to apologize for everything. I didn’t realize how often I said sorry. At restaurants I’d say “Sorry I’m allergic to mango.” And at work I’d say, “Sorry I’m…
View PostLike an astute mentor, What They Don’t Teach You At Harvard Business School details vivid business situations to help us get a grip over the “real world.” In this master piece of sorts, Mark H. McCormack , the legend who birthed the sports management and marketing industries, teaches us how to use “people sense” in negotiation, time…
View PostMost of us have felt the adrenaline rush that is characteristic of turning a new leaf, especially if it is something that we’ve diligently worked to attain. Recently, I started a new job. Not only did I wait a long time for this perfect opportunity to come by, but I also had to go through…
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