Articles tagged "Professional development"

Forget networking—connect with people because they're interesting 

The idea of networking makes me cringe. Here's the thing, though: I actually love connecting with people, and that enthusiasm works out for me professionally. I got this job because of a friend I made on Twitter. That's networking. 

Managers: Never just text your reports the word "hi"

If my manager ever texts me "hi", "hello", or "hey" without any further context, I will assume that I'm fired. It's the only logical conclusion. The same goes for "are you around?", "let me know when you get in," and "can we talk?"

Busting the career ladder myth

Let's consider what happens when we free ourselves from trying to reach the top of the ladder to instead carve our own paths as a career river flowing toward our ultimate objective: the ocean.

Career growth is about more than titles

Recently, I saw a bunch of former coworkers moving on to new roles, new jobs, and new companies. I love seeing old friends take risks with new opportunities. But I'll admit it: this prompted a bit of a reflective moment on my own growth.

How automation changes your responsibilities to make more time for mindful work

Even though no-code automation is more accessible than ever, many workers are still hesitant to start automating their day-to-day workflows. Automation will change the way you work, but do it right and you'll be more productive and fulfilled.

I joined 4 Slack groups for marketers to see which are worth your time

Being part of a professional community can help you be better at your current job and grow your network for when it's time for your next one. I wanted to get a sense of what marketing Slack groups were like, so joined a few—and here's what I found

4 women business collectives that have helped me grow my business

Being a founder requires a massive amount of support—from family and friends, but also from other founders. Having a group of people who've gone through the same kind of experience as you can help you tackle the unique struggles of running a business.

The 3 game-changing lessons I learned from my business coach

The day after my first session with my business coach, he fell 30 feet in a freak rock-climbing accident, breaking three vertebrae in his spine, two ribs, his left ankle, and his right shoulder—as well as suffering a concussion. He was lucky to be alive.

Why you should hire early-career engineers

Early-career engineers, sometimes called "L1s," will have little to no experience, but they can be a more productive addition to your team than a seasoned engineer. Here's why.

Zapier report: Automation makes workers happier—and less likely to quit their jobs

Employees are overworked, stressed, and experiencing burnout more than ever before. The desire to shift where we work is just the beginning—employees also want to change how they work.