Articles tagged "Professional development"

An octopus attached to my face

Ever made a mistake? Me neither. Obviously. But hypothetically, were I to make a mistake, I imagine it would prompt terrible thoughts.

How to make the case for automation at work

If you're reading this, you likely understand how automation can help you save time on manual tasks so you can do the work you care about. But maybe you feel like you're the only one at this automation party. Here are some strategies to spread the word.

Looking for work? Consider learning about automation.

Automation used to be something workers dreaded, a force that could replace jobs. Not anymore. Automation is a skill everyone can use to do their jobs better, and job seekers are increasingly realizing that.

Job searching? You should have a personal website

Standing out during a job search is an uphill battle. One thing that can help: linking to a personal website at the top of your resume or application. 

8 tips for getting the most out of online conferences

Can I admit something to you, as a friend? I think I might like virtual conferences better than in-person ones. 

10 mistakes you're making as a startup employee

I would like to share with you some mistakes that are easy to make when you work for a startup. How do I know? Because I've made them all. 

Owning up: Restructuring women's worth at work

I've had a lot of difficulty viewing myself as smart—or, at least, as smart as my peers.

Why the class of COVID-19 is more prepared for the workforce than previous graduating classes

As the class of 2020 hits the job market, there may be questions about whether or not the graduating class is ready for the pandemic-driven workplace.

Not everyone wants to be a leader

Leadership: "the action of leading a group of people or an organization." The official definition of the word uses its own word to describe it. It's vague and mysterious, and yet it's the key to lifelong success. Or so it's made out to be.

How Tamagotchis and TI-89s launched lifelong careers in tech

You might have a picture in your head of a standard career path into tech. Maybe it involves studying computer science, or putting on a black hoodie and teaching yourself how to code in a room lit entirely by Matrix screensavers.