Career

  • my story

    My Story and Why I’m Starting This Podcast

    Are you at a crossroads in your career? If so, I’ve been there, my friend. In 2017, I was burnt out and disillusioned… so I decided to make a career change. This is my story. I had no idea what I wanted to do. I didn’t have a plan, and I struggled to make my […]

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  • quarter-life crisis

    How I Moved Past My Quarter-Life Crisis and How You Can Too

    According to an online survey conducted by LinkedIn in 2017, 75% of 25-33 year olds have experienced a quarter-life crisis. Maybe you don’t believe in it. If so, lucky you, you’ve clearly never experienced it. For those who have, a quarter-life crisis can leave you feeling anxious, disillusioned and perpetually stuck in a career, relationship […]

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  • career site millennial women

    5 Career Sites Millennial Women Should Visit

      Millennials are the largest generation in the U.S. work force, a study by Pew Research found. Clearly, Career is a priority to many and an area that we all strive to succeed in, but it’s one that requires constant development and attention if we want to reach our potential. Whether this is the year […]

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  • work-life balance

    How to Achieve Work-Life Balance

      “Something needs to change. I never see you anymore,” my husband of two months said. At the time, I was teaching Year 2, and honestly, my career was my life. I worked constantly, hopelessly striving to complete the never-ending to-do list of research, planning, marking, assessment creation, incident reports and responding to parents. In […]

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  • job rejection

    What I Learned From 6 Months of Job Rejection

      I’ve been unemployed for most of this year. When I decided to leave Teaching, I expected to gain a new position within a couple of months. Needless to say, that didn’t happen. I’ve applied for a lot of positions – Educational Resource Creator, Education Officer, Administrative Assistant, Library Officer, Exam Supervisor and Retail Assistant […]

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  • public speaking

    15 Secrets to Successful Public Speaking

      Surveys regularly identify public speaking as the most common fear among adults. While accurate statistics are hard to come by, we can all agree that at some point we have been afraid to speak publicly for fear of risking our reputations. Despite the fear, it is possible to perform well. As an introvert and […]

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  • inspire

    5 Career Talks That Will Inspire You

      In a day and age where overwork is expected and money is the only thing that matters, it’s no wonder you’re feeling apathetic towards your career. From the hilarious to the relatable, I find that TED talks are a quick and reliable way to instantly inspire. If your career has left you feeling flat, […]

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  • career change

    6 Questions You Must Ask Before Making a Career Change

      “I want to call in sick every day.” “I don’t get paid enough for this.” “I feel like I’m going nowhere.” If it sounds like I’ve been stalking you, you’re probably considering a career change. Whether you’re a twenty-something or a bit more mature, a stressful or monotonous job can make changing careers seem […]

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