Tag Archives: young professionals
Do Talk to Strangers: How You Can Successfully Break the Ice
Taking the leap can lead to opportunities of a lifetime
Here are key tips on why it’s important to consider the value of breaking the…
By Janell Hazelwood
Still Winning: How to Bounce Back from Being Fired
Here's a 30-day plan to get you back in the game
If you’ve recently been fired or are unemployed, don’t lose hope. Here’s a 30-day plan…
By Janell Hazelwood
Young Professionals, Protect Your Brand: Top 5 Career No-Nos (Petraeus Edition)
To protect your legacy, avoid these mistakes early
The earlier you begin habits that will ensure your brand credibility and positive legacy, the…
By Courtney Whitaker
Nothing Personal, Just Business: Pros and Cons of Working with Friends
Dont' let your relationship turn from office buddy to frienemy
Whether you’re starting a new business, working in the same department or trying to get…
By Jamie Harrison
So Annoying: Common Habits That Make You Hard to Work With
Consider these common courtesies to ensure a happy environment
Avoid these habits that will be sure to turn off anyone you work with.
By Janell Hazelwood
Real Boss Move: Seek Career Flexibility, Not Job Security
Diversifying your skills ensures you'll tread a more realistic---and lucrative---path
With job security out of the window, many full-time workers are in combat mode, preparing…
By James Walker
Office Hero: How to Become that Go-To Gal (or Guy)
You can add indispensable value to your company
Here are tips on how you can become the professional your company can’t— and won’t—…
By Janell Hazelwood
Cool Jobs: Young Dentist Changing Perceptions One Smile at a Time
Dr. Kareem Merrick combines family legacy with passion for education
Dr. Kareem Merrick, 30, carries on his family legacy as director of the dental department…
By Aisha M. Taylor
5 Scandalous Qualities That Ensure Professional Success
Take a cue from characters of the popular show to make yourself more marketable
Let’s take a look at qualities each Scandal character embodies that could help young professionals…
By Jamie Harrison
Next Gen Resumes: How to Present 360-View of You
Use online tools to stand out from the pack
The resumes of tomorrow are not just one-page documents. They are living, breathing presentations that…
