Early Career

When navigating which career is right for you, finding something that aligns with your personality is no doubt a fine place to start. But if you fancy yourself as an introvert, you might want to avoid careers involving a lot of social interactions. Thankfully, there are many careers introverted people can excel at while still […]

Remote work became the new normal for many employees given the COVID-19 pandemic, but as many slowly return to the office, you may be considering whether or not working from home is best for your future. There are seemingly endless reasons to work from home, like the lack of a commute to decreased spending on

The gig economy is booming, and it’s not predicted to slow down any time soon. Instead of spending every day working a 9-to-5 job, it’s increasingly common to have multiple income sources from freelancing gigs. This work shift allows freelancers to have job flexibility, where they can work when they want and where they want,

When answering desired salary or expected salary questions on an application, the best approach is to write in “negotiable” or keep the field blank. If a numerical response is required, enter “000” and in a notes section, mention that salary is negotiable based on further understanding of the position. When applying for jobs, you may

Many things may come to mind when you think of professional development, like a big promotion or a much-deserved raise. However, career success and development should be defined by what you find professionally fulfilling, whether that is climbing the corporate ladder or contributing meaningful work. One way that many experienced professionals achieve career fulfillment is

Negotiation is a powerful skill that helps you advocate for yourself when it comes to your career and finances. However, the thought of negotiating your salary or even your cable bill may bring up feelings of anxiety and apprehension. It’s important to overcome these negative feelings so that you can speak up for your best

Although a nine-to-five job with a fixed schedule typically allows better predictability and stability, many prefer flexible work options that can provide a better work-life balance. Thankfully, with the advent of team communication software such as Zoom, the workplace is quickly changing and adapting. Nowadays, many high-paying careers allow the flexibility of working remotely, part-time,

In a world of remote work, the blurred physical boundaries between personal and professional life make it challenging to avoid stress and burnout. With 54 percent of workers in a Pew Research Center survey wanting to work from home even after the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important to learn how to establish a healthy and balanced