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How to Advocate for Professional Development Opportunities at Work
It’s not enough to want professional development—you have to show why it matters. Here’s how to build a compelling case for learning opportunities, even when others don’t immediately see the value.
The Dangers of Performative Productivity
Performative productivity isn’t just about being busy. It’s about making sure others see you being busy. Over time, it can quietly chip away at your well-being and your credibility. Explore why we do this and how to stop once and for all.
Navigating Office Politics: How to Play the Game & Why You Should
Office politics involves understanding and leveraging influence and informal power dynamics. Avoiding it may be slowing your career growth. With the right mindset and approach, you can navigate office politics with integrity and authenticity. Here are some tips to help you.
How to Future-Proof Your Career in the Age of AI
Nearly every day we’re inundated with news of technological advancement in the workplace. It’s only natural to wonder what this means for us, the simple humans of the working world. Here are the top skills every professional should focus on improving in the coming year to not only complement your ability to use AI effectively, but also fill the gaps where AI is lacking.
How to Transition from Peer to Manager
Transitioning from a peer to a leadership role can be one of the most challenging shifts in your professional career. It’s not just about taking on a new set of tasks; it’s about reshaping relationships and redefining your place within the team dynamic. Here are some strategies to help you navigate this transition smoothly.
Advancing Your Career in a Remote Work Environment
Working remotely offers a wide variety of benefits, but it also presents some unique challenges when it comes to career advancement. When teams and leaders aren’t in the same physical space, staying visible and connected can be more difficult—but certainly not impossible. With the right strategies, you can still grow your career even when working remotely or in a hybrid capacity.
How to Build Cross-Functional Relationships
No matter what size organization you’re a part of, it can be easy to get lulled into a social groove at work. If you’re not careful, you can end up isolated or stuck in a silo, surrounded by the same small group of people day after day, far from other teams and departments. Building strong cross-functional relationships helps break down these barriers and creates a more connected and productive social dynamic.
Understanding Your Learning Preferences
Every brain is different. So, it’s only natural that some learning activities will be more suited to your cognitive style than others. It’s up to each of us to understand our own individual preferences and invest in the kind of learning that truly supports our development needs.
The Benefits & Limitations of Professional Certification
Professional certifications have become a popular way for people to enhance their careers and demonstrate their expertise in a particular field. While they offer a lot of advantages, it’s important to understand their limitations as well to make an informed decision before pursuing one.
What is Career Crafting? Understanding the Benefits and Drawbacks
No job is perfect. However, there are almost always a number of things you can do to make an imperfect job a little closer to perfect. This process, commonly referred to as “career crafting,” is a development activity that involves redesigning the elements of your role to better suit your individual wants and needs.
What is the Right Amount of Professional Development?
Professional development is essential for career growth and advancement and is an important contributing factor for long-term career fulfillment. But striking the right balance is crucial. It’s easy to fall into extremes—either neglecting development altogether or overloading yourself with too many activities. Here are some helpful guidelines to consider to find your “goldilocks” amount of professional development.
How to Enhance Your Professionalism (While Staying True to You)
We all know that “professionalism” is a key component of career success. But what does it actually mean in real terms? And, more importantly, how can you enhance your professionalism without losing yourself in the process? These are important questions and ones I hope to answer in this article.