Any serious job search can be a stressful endeavor. You’re putting yourself and your experience out there for all to see, and it can sometimes feel like you’re under a giant microscope. Not only that, but you’re in competition with …
When you’re first creating a document—even an important one like your resume or cover letter—you might give it a placeholder file name while you’re working on it. So if you’re job searching, you probably have at least one document named …
Sometimes, we don’t get everything we want and need to respectfully ask for what we’re looking for. That’s where negotiation skills come in — and they’re not just for asking for the salary we think we deserve (even though they come …
When you’re a naturally creative individual, job searching can feel particularly challenging. It’s easy to feel like any job that isn’t obviously artistic will force you to either give up an important part of yourself or settle for a low …
Many of us know how important it is to build a diverse workforce within the social-impact sector; a staff made up of people with different identities and backgrounds ensures that a variety of perspectives are informing our decisions, helping us …
Everyone struggles with self-doubt from time to time. It manifests differently for each of us. Some people obsess over their choice of words in an email. Others feel anxious about working in groups. Self-doubt is totally natural, but for some of us, the struggle …
The era of predictable markets and straightforward career paths has given way to a landscape characterized by disruption, innovation, and rapid change. Cutting-edge technologies, emerging markets, and evolving consumer preferences are reshaping traditional industries. To succeed in this dynamic environment, …
Forensic accounting is a type of accounting that “follows the money” and analyzes financial information to look for evidence of potential financial misconduct. Forensic accountants investigate companies’ and people’s financial records and use accounting and legal skills to interpret and …
Editor’s Note: Please note that this post was not written by a mental health professional. If you are struggling with social anxiety and need support, we recommend seeking the help of a mental health professional or therapist.
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