Be Successful at Work by Leading with Authenticity
May 5, 2022
If you’ve ever had a job interview then you’re familiar with the stress of wondering what to say, how to dress, which questions to ask (and not to ask), and even how to hold yourself. You probably recall rehearsing with friends or mentors and may even still be able to recite some of the lines you committed to memory. You also probably shudder at the thought of ever having to do it again. But guess what? You never do, not even if you lose your current position and have to start from scratch. After all, the answer to how to be successful in a job interview or at a job has nothing to do with putting on an act. If this is news to you, don’t worry, you’re far from alone.
Self-Accountability at Work: A Key to Stronger Teams
April 6, 2022
Relationships, whether they be personal or professional, follow similar principles. Nobody builds a friendship or romantic relationship without self accountability, and business relationships are no different. Being able to take responsibility for yourself and your actions is a key component of building trust. Nurturing this skill is essential to personal development, and should likewise be central among your development goals for work.
Firm Purpose: Attract and Retain Top Talent Faster
November 2, 2021
For years now, the labor market has been undergoing a generational shift. Workers of the Millennial and Gen Z generations dominate the talent pool, and their priorities have little to do with those of their forebears. Experts have long warned of this change, but it took a global pandemic to cast it in clear light and force even the most skeptical of observers to admit that old norms are gone for good. These days, if you want to attract and retain top talent, you need to offer not just a generous salary and benefits package, but purpose, too. Young professionals prioritize meaning above all else (yes, even money), which means defining “the why” of your firm matters now more than ever.
Workplace Anxiety Help: Managing the Return to Office
June 9, 2021
Restaurants have reopened, concerts are back, businesses are bidding employees return to the office and, if you’re like most, you’re feeling mixed emotions at best about the whole thing. After more than a year of dutifully wearing a mask and maintaining social distance, it is hard to relax into the easing of these restrictions and what’s worse, doing so only represents the tip of the anxiety iceberg that accompanies the return to normalcy.
Fear in Entrepreneurship: Turning It Into Growth Power
May 26, 2021
Every entrepreneur is familiar with fear. It is, after all, a crucible through which those who wish to mount a new business venture must pass. And further, it is a central driver behind all success. In the world of commerce, fear of failure is a double-edged sword that can either bring business owners down or frees them of the shackles that limit their success. Understanding and managing fear is thus a crucial aspect of all entrepreneurial ambitions.
Paralegal Job Training: Key Traits for Law Firm Growth
March 25, 2021
The paralegal profession is evolving at breakneck speed. Only influencers, SEO writers, and a short list of other hyper-modern occupations outpace paralegals in the way the scope of their required skills has grown. To anyone who’s been paying attention, this is no surprise. After all, the term “paralegal” didn’t even exist 50 years ago. Since the profession’s inception, paralegals have rapidly evolved from secretarial workers to the technicians, organizers, and information experts required to keep any top firm running smoothly. Paralegal job training has thus become fundamental.