By Leslie Kuban Now that we’ve explored the common traits of the successfully self-employed, let’s dive into the different types of business ownership opportunities and which one might best suit you. For simplicity, let’s stick with four pathways to entrepreneurial success. Each has unique pros and cons. The true measure…
By Leslie Kuban Whether you’re driven by a lifelong dream to own your own business or a nagging distaste for working for someone else, you’ll find plenty of company on the entrepreneurial yellow brick road. Freshbooks estimated that by 2021, 24 million Americans will be self-employed. According to recent news…
A 2018 Gallup poll found that only 58% of those surveyed were completely satisfied with their boss or immediate supervisor. That means that too many of today’s managers can improve upon their leadership skills. So how can you rise to the challenge to become a better leader in your organization?…
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Even the most seasoned professionals may struggle to negotiate a promotion, despite the fact that they deserve it! Asking for a raise can be intimidating and feel like an uncomfortable conversation to have, causing too many people to avoid the conversation completely or put it off for too long. A…
In a previous career blog post, we discussed an easy process to unearth your strengths for greater career satisfaction. Now that you have identified your top strengths, you want to let the professional world know what makes you different from other job seekers, employees, or consultants. So how can you…
The Oxford Dictionary defines a career as “an occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person’s life and with opportunities for progress.” Whether you are new to the workforce or are a seasoned professional, it can be easy to lose focus on opportunities for progress. In fact, with so…
Many American workers accomplish at least some of their work tasks remotely. Working remotely has many advantages, but it also has unique challenges. In fact, a recent Harvard Business Review study found that remote workers feel “shunned” and “left out” when it comes to office politics. If you work remotely,…
Honored to host a keeping your career resolutions webinar today for Emory University Alumni. The resources we provided can be found here, please feel free to download. “How to Keep Your Career Resolutions in 2018” View the webinar recording here on YouTube OR Download the presentation from Dropbox as a…
Hallie was honored to be featured in a recent article by The Payoff for tips on how to quit your job. For 5 tips on leaving your job on a good note, read the article now!
