I have always struggled to disconnect from work, but more so since the pandemic started last year. In March 2020, work seamlessly transitioned online. However, under lockdown restrictions, the life bit of the work-life balance equation lagged behind. In such a situation, it is easy to get sucked into a dangerous cycle of working 24/7…
View PostI am surprised anytime a friend or colleague tells me they did not negotiate a job offer because they were “lucky” to receive one in the first place. I would not lie that I, too, felt this way about the first job I received after college. The work permit uncertainties, first in the US and…
View PostLinkedIn is often considered less than compared to other social media networks like Facebook or Instagram. However, I can tell you from personal experience that when used properly, LinkedIn can be very valuable. Did you know that 50 percent of LinkedIn members have found a job through a mutual connection? Let me share another cool…
View PostIn my senior year of college, I was clear that I wanted a Strategy Consulting career. I gravitated towards the variety of work, breadth of exposure across businesses, and career growth opportunities. However, in the cut throat world of entry-level strategy consulting recruitment, my eleventh hour case interview prep didn’t suffice. I was rejected in…
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…
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