Yesterday, I ran across a query from a college career counselor asking her peers for help. Yesterday also marked the first day of testimony in the trial of one of the four Minneapolis police officers who killed George Floyd last …
Professional Advice
Illustration by Marian Blair
The. Dreaded. Cover. Letter.
We all hope to find ways to stand out during our job search, and how best to convey “I’m perfect for this job!” to prospective employers. We also know that taking the …
These days, it's pretty much a given that your social media presence matters. It matters when you're applying to a school or making your way through rounds of interview for your dream job—even when you're trying your hand at the …
Patrick Bardsley, CEO and co-founder of Spectrum Designs uses meditation apps, healthy eating, and regular exercise as his self-care.
If he doesn’t keep up with these habits, he finds that he cannot focus and channel his energy.
This attitude is …
Despite the significant number of people living with disability across the U.S.—and the world at large—widespread misconceptions about disability can cause ableist language and behavior to proliferate.
But what is ableism, and how does it play out in the …
Throughout my career, I have been fortunate enough to gain the experience of managing hundreds of people, many of whom I hired as early-career professionals. One of the most rewarding aspects of management is sharing my expertise through mentorship: helping …
Whether you’re a seasoned pro when it comes to interviewing, or you’re about to embark on your very first job interview experience, learning how to interpret body language can be extremely helpful. In this two-part series we’ll be talking all …
As we say farewell to our spring interns and plan for our summer interns, I think back to the time when I was in their shoes. Nearing the end of college and in the process of figuring out my career …
Illustration by Marian Blair
Being inclusive of gender diverse staff in the workplace is a meaningful way to ensure non-binary people feel supported and content in their professional environment. Whether there are non-binary people already on your team or you’re …