We all fall into the trap of doubting ourselves sometimes, but have you ever considered that these thought patterns may be hurting your career growth? Negative self-talk will do nothing but hinder you anywhere in life, and your career is one place that will suffer the most from it. Here are three different ways you […]
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While the term “leader” often brings up connotations such as “alpha”, or “dominant”, what makes a great leader is deeply nuanced and often holds many traits associated more like “supportive”, “patient” and “understanding”. Having great leadership qualities can be tremendously beneficial to yourself and those around you, making for a more positive and efficient work […]
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Getting fired isn’t the end of the world, so don’t treat it as such! After a termination, the best thing to do is get up and put yourself out there again to find a new job. You’re sure to find one eventually, and it’ll get your confidence back up! Until then, there’s only one obstacle […]
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As an introverted person, sometimes I feel worried the workforce isn’t for me. Climbing up the career ladder sometimes seems harder than it would be to somebody more outgoing than me – for example, my extroverted friends have more connections in their field, or will have a better time at a networking event than I […]
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Your self-doubt is killing your career opportunities! You may not realize it, but self-doubt could very easily be sabotaging you at every turn. It’s easy to miss, but think about it: how many emails have you been too shy to send? How many times have you neglected job postings for your dream position because you […]
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Imagine you just finished an interview and felt like you did a good job only to never hear back from the recruiter or hiring manager. You probably feel like you just got ghosted! Don’t fret because we’re taking a look at how to follow up with recruiters – without being annoying! Sending a follow-up email […]
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Have you been waiting for a role to open up at your dream company? Does it seem like they are never hiring and like an opportunity may never come? No problem! They say, “Good things come to those who wait.” At Style Nine to Five we say, “Good things come to those who are proactive!” […]
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You come into work every day and do your responsibilities to the best of your ability – and you’re a fantastic employee! – but you could still take it a step further. After all, taking on extra responsibilities every now and then could be the difference between getting promoted or not. Even the smallest tasks […]
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During an interview, we have all been asked the famous awkward question – what is your salary expectation? We either confidently provide a salary range or rate that encompasses our experience and matches the current market value… or we provide a random range or rate. By following these tips, you will be equipped with the […]
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Social media helps us to stay connected and to have access to a wealth of information. LinkedIn is one of the top social media platforms where professionals can connect to discuss industry relevant topics and to apply for numerous jobs. Let’s dive into understanding why a strong LinkedIn profile matters and what tips and tricks […]
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