Fear is an emotion we’re all familiar with. It actually has a purpose—it alerts the mind and body to danger. However, it can also block us from taking steps that can help us make progress in our personal and professional life. For example, have you ever held back from raising your hand in class or speaking up in a meeting? Do you talk yourself out of applying for internships or jobs because you’re afraid you’ll be rejected?
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How To Learn From Successful People
Friday, April 12, 2019
We can learn an incredible amount from the successful people we look up to. Talking to a successful person is a great way to gain insight into how to be successful in your own life. One huge mistake to avoid, though, is to ask them if you can pick their brain. Instead, ask thoughtful, specific questions. Not sure where to start?
How A College Education Can Help You Make A Fresh Start In Your Career
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
When you reach a point in your work life where you feel ready to try something new or realize that perhaps you’ve outgrown a particular position or that your interests have evolved, it can be so easy to talk yourself out of making a change by saying, “I could never do that” or “I don’t have the right training.” Furthering your education with a college degree can help you make a fresh start in your career.
How To Start An Email
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
How much thought do you give to how you start an email? If you write, “Hey” at the beginning or if, on the flip-side, you overthink every greeting, having some general guidelines can help you communicate more effectively. It’s important to use different types of openers when writing to people who play different roles of your life. Need some guidance and inspiration?
How To Deal With Stress And Anxiety
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
For pretty much all of us, stress and anxiety come up sometimes. Work and school are a few places you might notice it crop up. Rather than focusing on getting your stress level to zero (because let’s be honest—there are always going to be stressful or anxiety-provoking things that pop up), make an effort to deal with stressors and anxiety.