Setting boundaries in the workplace is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Boundaries are guidelines implemented to establish what's acceptable and what's not acceptable to you in regard to work. Because everyone has different priorities and needs, boundaries will vary from person to person.

"Thank you for your interest in our ________ position but...." We've all been there. The canned reply that screams REJECTION. The truth is, in this digital age, we're exposed to way more rejection than ever before. Employers have made it easier and easier to apply, thus increasing the number of applicants... ultimately increasing the number of people who inevitably will be “rejected”

Quarterly planning is key if you don’t want to let yet another year go by without accomplishing your BIG goals! Quarterly planning allows you to review your progress at a regular cadence and adjust your actions as needed. If what you’ve been doing hasn’t been working OR if you’ve been attaining your goals by way of “luck,” try out this quarterly planning process!

Check out our interview with Shadara Mackie, where she shares more on her journey to becoming a Cybersecurity Consultant, along with advice for anyone looking to make a transition in their career.

Check out our interview with Rhiana Harris, where she shares more on her journey to becoming a Project Manager, along with advice for anyone looking to make a transition in their career.

Curious about what a day in the life of a Community Engagement Executive is like? Check out our interview with Jessica Bean-Richardson, where she shares more on the day-to-day, along with advice for anyone looking to pursue this path.

Curious about what a day in the life of an Advisory Services Manager is like? Check out our interview with Erica Wilson, where she shares more on the day-to-day, along with advice for anyone looking to pursue this path.

Curious about what a day in the life of a Senior Software Support Analyst is like? Check out our interview with Janae Jackson, where she shares more on the day-to-day, along with advice for anyone looking to pursue this path.

Curious about what a day in the life of a Senior Digital Marketing Manager is like? Check out our interview with Briá Woods, where she shares more on the day-to-day, along with advice for anyone looking to pursue this path.

Curious about what a day in the life of a Product Manager is like? Check out our interview with Brittany Crosby, where she shares more on the day-to-day, along with advice for anyone looking to pursue this path.

Informational interviews have the potential to play a powerful role in your career journey when used appropriately. You can save yourself lots of time and energy by gathering information about areas you’re interested in exploring from other knowledgeable professionals. In this article, we will cover everything you need to know to nail your next informational interview.

One of the most common questions among professionals across the globe is “Can I really find a job I enjoy?” The answer is “ABSOLUTELY!” While there isn’t an exact step-by-step checklist you can follow to figure it out, I have put together a 4-part framework to get you moving in the right direction. The key is to RISE - review, identify, solidify and engage.

Let’s address the elephant in the room. Today's resume is much different from the resume that worked 10 years ago. And the truth is, most people are still following those outdated practices and really just need to start their resume over - from scratch.

This SWOT Analysis Mini Training Video will cover the following: What is a SWOT analysis? Why is a SWOT analysis important? How can a SWOT analysis enrich your career planning process? How often should you complete a SWOT analysis?

Setting career goals shouldn’t just be an exercise you begrudgingly do because your company “forces” you. Similar to other areas of your life (like finances and fitness), your career requires strategic goals to remain in top shape. To ensure this happens, it’s important to understand how to set good career goals.

Listen, according to Hubspot, a staggering 85% of jobs are filled as a result of networking. Yet, many people still shy away from networking. Why? Because they feel sales-y about it. Or, they made a few connections online months ago, and nothing came of it. So they don’t see the value.

LinkedIn is one of the most powerful tools for growing and maintaining your network. Whether you feel comfortable “marketing” yourself or not, having an optimized LinkedIn profile plays a vital role in your career. The thing is, LinkedIn is less about selling your professional profile through gimmicks and more about connecting with others and informing them about you.

Your resume isn’t meant to be a laundry list of your former job duties. The goal of your resume is to demonstrate the value you would bring. With that in mind, it’s important to ensure your skills are front and center! You may be thinking, “Which skills?” Rather than simply overloading your resume with fluffy terms like “team player” and “great communicator,” be sure to include the following five types of skills in your resume.

Being in the "minority" for my entire career, I've learned the importance of strengthening my leadership presence. During my stint as the youngest member of a majority White male leadership team, I went from intentionally shrinking in an attempt to "fit in" to intentionally working on standing out. It wasn’t always easy, but it was definitely worth it.

Does your dream career simply feel unattainable? For many people, their dream career becomes a fleeting thought the moment they consider how far they have to go. This reality is especially true now, when there appear to be so many “overnight success stories” popping up on social media. The truth is, very rarely do people stumble into success. Yes, even the "I Made Six-Figures in 6 Months" people. That type of success is typically the result of one deliberate step after another.