Work It: Knee-Length Dress
I went to H&M this past week-end, and their "Modern Classics" section were giving me all kinds of "high fashion" oohs and aahs. Hence today's pick, this easy knee-length dress that is absolutely perfect in its simple elegance and versatility. The grey hue is a...
How To Build Work Relationships that Build Up Your Career
Most of us spend most of our days at work. Unless you're an online entrepreneur or remote employee, you're bound to spend it around people you work with. People who you may like, people who may rub you the wrong way, people who may have you thinking about throwing...
The 411: Weekly News Update
Happy happy Sunday:) The weather's warming up, summer's fast approaching and the week-end flew by too fast, again...So before our little weekly break is over, here's my weekly news update: In gender equality news this week, TIME introduces us to 10 CEOs and...
Coffee Break: How Do You Answer the Question “Why Are You Leaving Your Current Job”?
There are many tricky questions in interviews. Yet, the ones that refer to your current place of employment, as you're looking to make a transition, may be among the trickiest. How do you talk about the place you're obviously looking to move on from, and remain...
Work It: Silk Shirt
I'm loving the black-and-white contrast on this silk crepe-de-chine shirt from The Outnet. The loose fit is very comfortable, while the delicate fabric, and paneled, buttoned cuffs are more on the conservative side. And even better, this shirt is on sale for $81 at...
10 Mental Hacks to Prepare for A Successful Interview
I've done my share of interviews, whether formal or informal, group or individual, traditional and non-traditional, etc. And although most of my interviewing experience, and feedback from friends and family members also going through the interview process, is quite...
7 Unconventional Tips to Turning the Interview Into A Job Offer
I've had my share of interviewing tipsc recruiting advice, and how-to's on getting the right interview, the right interviewers, and end up with the perfect career (which we kinda all know doesn't exactly exist). Yet, what is not nearly talked about enough, are those...
Coffee Break: Is the Recruiter trying to Avoid You?
So you were contacted by a recruiter for an interesting position. You did your homework, and made sure he or she was a reputable recruiter, had an initial conversation with them and forwarded your resume for submission. Fast forward a couple of weeks, and no call...
Work It: Flounce Dress
I like the simplicity of this easy, yet very professional and elegant flounce dress from Ann Taylor. The botanic cut is extremely flattering, while the feminine flounce hem makes it a pretty, and practical option for work and cocktail hours. This dress is $179 at Ann...
4 Tips to Recruit The Best Recruiter for You
I've dealt with my share of recruiters. The ones who randomly call you at work as your manager is passing by your cubicle. Those who track you down on Linked In and send you emails with titles like "I have THE perfect position for you". And the recruiters/marketing...
