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How to upgrade yourself as a designer: 9 tips from the experts

Great designers cultivate confidence, ambition, and openness to experimentation, pushing creativity beyond traditional boundaries.

Creativity thrives through risk-taking and embracing unexpected outcomes.

The A-Z of Design

Design access is crucial for talent and opportunity, affecting aspiring designers' paths.

Effective branding involves deeper connections beyond aesthetics.

"Everything you're doing is counting towards something"

It's essential to view career setbacks as learning experiences that can inform future decisions.

How to upgrade yourself as a designer: 9 tips from the experts

Great designers cultivate confidence, ambition, and openness to experimentation, pushing creativity beyond traditional boundaries.

Creativity thrives through risk-taking and embracing unexpected outcomes.

The A-Z of Design

Design access is crucial for talent and opportunity, affecting aspiring designers' paths.

Effective branding involves deeper connections beyond aesthetics.

"Everything you're doing is counting towards something"

It's essential to view career setbacks as learning experiences that can inform future decisions.

#career-development

13 successful founders who launched their careers at consulting firms

Consulting is a launchpad for young professionals seeking prestigious careers and successful exit opportunities.

Is Your Corporate Job Masking Your Inner Mogul? | Entrepreneur

Career stagnation often happens in mid-career due to factors beyond personal control, steering individuals toward entrepreneurship.

How Planned Happenstance Turns Setbacks Into Success

Career setbacks create unexpected opportunities when individuals remain open to new possibilities.

Planned Happenstance Theory shows unplanned events can lead to career breakthroughs.

How to Create a Professional Growth Plan: Steps, Tools, and Tips

Effort alone isn't sufficient for career growth; a clear professional growth plan is essential.

Starting March 10, More Amys, More Often!

Women at Work is moving to a year-round bi-Monday schedule to provide more supportive content for career development.

New boss? Here's what you need to do

The success of a career can hinge on how well one adapts to new supervisors.

13 successful founders who launched their careers at consulting firms

Consulting is a launchpad for young professionals seeking prestigious careers and successful exit opportunities.

Is Your Corporate Job Masking Your Inner Mogul? | Entrepreneur

Career stagnation often happens in mid-career due to factors beyond personal control, steering individuals toward entrepreneurship.

How Planned Happenstance Turns Setbacks Into Success

Career setbacks create unexpected opportunities when individuals remain open to new possibilities.

Planned Happenstance Theory shows unplanned events can lead to career breakthroughs.

How to Create a Professional Growth Plan: Steps, Tools, and Tips

Effort alone isn't sufficient for career growth; a clear professional growth plan is essential.

Starting March 10, More Amys, More Often!

Women at Work is moving to a year-round bi-Monday schedule to provide more supportive content for career development.

New boss? Here's what you need to do

The success of a career can hinge on how well one adapts to new supervisors.

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#career-advancement

How to know when it's the right time to leave your job, according to a 20-year HR vet

Consider a career change if you're no longer engaged or experiencing growth in your current role.

I kept getting skipped over for a promotion. Once I moved my desk to a more visible spot in the office, my career took off.

Visibility in the workplace can be just as important as hard work when it comes to career advancement.

How to know when it's the right time to leave your job, according to a 20-year HR vet

Consider a career change if you're no longer engaged or experiencing growth in your current role.

I kept getting skipped over for a promotion. Once I moved my desk to a more visible spot in the office, my career took off.

Visibility in the workplace can be just as important as hard work when it comes to career advancement.

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Harriette Cole: How do I tell her that I'm not going to recommend her?

It's essential to provide honest feedback to professionals, even when it's uncomfortable.

#leadership-development

5 ways to avoid the "people-pleaser trap" at work

Over-accommodating behavior and seeking approval can limit effectiveness and lead to burnout.

Understanding and dismantling 'mental cages' is key to effective leadership.

Your colleagues are crucial to your promotion. Here's why

Promotion requires more than performance; it also hinges on peer relationships and leadership skills.

4 Ways First-Time Managers Can Build Confidence And Succeed

First-time managers can overcome self-doubt by developing essential leadership skills and effective communication.

Why early-career professionals should consider board service to build leadership skills

Future corporate directors must prepare early for board service, emphasizing adaptability and strategic vision.

Leadership in the boardroom now demands specific skills that career-focused professionals need to cultivate.

5 ways to avoid the "people-pleaser trap" at work

Over-accommodating behavior and seeking approval can limit effectiveness and lead to burnout.

Understanding and dismantling 'mental cages' is key to effective leadership.

Your colleagues are crucial to your promotion. Here's why

Promotion requires more than performance; it also hinges on peer relationships and leadership skills.

4 Ways First-Time Managers Can Build Confidence And Succeed

First-time managers can overcome self-doubt by developing essential leadership skills and effective communication.

Why early-career professionals should consider board service to build leadership skills

Future corporate directors must prepare early for board service, emphasizing adaptability and strategic vision.

Leadership in the boardroom now demands specific skills that career-focused professionals need to cultivate.

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Social Network Mapping: 6 Connections That Can Help Build Support And Influence

Quality networking is more valuable than quick connections.

Superficial connections often lack real human interaction.

A supportive community is essential for professional growth.

Wall Street titans like David Kostin, Rick Rieder, Mike Wilson, and Rob Arnott tell BI their best career advice

Top Wall Street leaders emphasize adaptability and networking as crucial elements for career progression.

How To Systemize Your LinkedIn Like The Top 1%: Grow Your Profile Fast

Systemizing your LinkedIn strategy enhances engagement and attracts opportunities effortlessly.

Your Network Is Your Net Worth: How Introverts Can Master Networking

Introverts can excel in networking by focusing on building meaningful one-on-one relationships rather than traditional large-scale events.

7 LinkedIn Mistakes That Are Costing You Leads Every Day

Optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract more clients and leads by avoiding common mistakes.

A professional headshot is essential for building trust on LinkedIn.

Your headline should clearly define what you do and who you serve.

Make your 'About' section engaging and concise to retain viewer attention.

Ultimate L&D Toolkit Online Conference

L&D professionals can enhance skills and streamlining workflows at the Ultimate L&D Toolkit Online Conference.

Social Network Mapping: 6 Connections That Can Help Build Support And Influence

Quality networking is more valuable than quick connections.

Superficial connections often lack real human interaction.

A supportive community is essential for professional growth.

Wall Street titans like David Kostin, Rick Rieder, Mike Wilson, and Rob Arnott tell BI their best career advice

Top Wall Street leaders emphasize adaptability and networking as crucial elements for career progression.

How To Systemize Your LinkedIn Like The Top 1%: Grow Your Profile Fast

Systemizing your LinkedIn strategy enhances engagement and attracts opportunities effortlessly.

Your Network Is Your Net Worth: How Introverts Can Master Networking

Introverts can excel in networking by focusing on building meaningful one-on-one relationships rather than traditional large-scale events.

7 LinkedIn Mistakes That Are Costing You Leads Every Day

Optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract more clients and leads by avoiding common mistakes.

A professional headshot is essential for building trust on LinkedIn.

Your headline should clearly define what you do and who you serve.

Make your 'About' section engaging and concise to retain viewer attention.

Ultimate L&D Toolkit Online Conference

L&D professionals can enhance skills and streamlining workflows at the Ultimate L&D Toolkit Online Conference.

#personal-development

Ignite the Transformative Power of Reading Fiction

Reading fiction enhances emotional and adaptive intelligence, crucial for personal and professional development.

If You Can't Complete These 10 Word Venn Diagrams, You Are Not Smart

Effective communication is essential in fostering relationships and influencing perceptions.

10 "Bad" Traits That Could Be Your Competitive Edge

Negative traits can often be leveraged as unique strengths in a professional or personal context.

Not sure where to go next in life? These journal prompts can help you figure it out

Embracing curiosity and exploring different experiences can facilitate significant career changes.

Why You Can't Afford 'Off' Days | HackerNoon

Excellence should be maintained in every moment, not just in important situations.

How to Begin with the End in Mind and Achieve Success | ClickUp

Having a clear vision is essential for effectively navigating life and work challenges.

Ignite the Transformative Power of Reading Fiction

Reading fiction enhances emotional and adaptive intelligence, crucial for personal and professional development.

If You Can't Complete These 10 Word Venn Diagrams, You Are Not Smart

Effective communication is essential in fostering relationships and influencing perceptions.

10 "Bad" Traits That Could Be Your Competitive Edge

Negative traits can often be leveraged as unique strengths in a professional or personal context.

Not sure where to go next in life? These journal prompts can help you figure it out

Embracing curiosity and exploring different experiences can facilitate significant career changes.

Why You Can't Afford 'Off' Days | HackerNoon

Excellence should be maintained in every moment, not just in important situations.

How to Begin with the End in Mind and Achieve Success | ClickUp

Having a clear vision is essential for effectively navigating life and work challenges.

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Cybersecurity Certification Roadmap for 2025

Certifications in cybersecurity are essential for job advancement and skill validation.

'Conflict mitigation' is now one of the fastest-growing workplace skills in the United States, LinkedIn reveals

Soft skills, especially conflict mitigation, are increasingly essential due to technological and workplace changes.

Feeling like an imposter is holding me back at work

Impostor syndrome can indicate personal growth when stepping out of comfort zones, despite the accompanying anxiety.

#work-life-balance

Finding authenticity in design and career

The design industry is rapidly evolving, leaving many designers feeling disconnected and overwhelmed by the emphasis on branding and self-promotion over impact.

Council Post: Work-Life Balance Tips Debunked: 20 Approaches To Try Instead

Work-life balance advice should focus on holistic strategies that genuinely support both career and personal well-being.

Finding authenticity in design and career

The design industry is rapidly evolving, leaving many designers feeling disconnected and overwhelmed by the emphasis on branding and self-promotion over impact.

Council Post: Work-Life Balance Tips Debunked: 20 Approaches To Try Instead

Work-life balance advice should focus on holistic strategies that genuinely support both career and personal well-being.

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When Your Colleague Is Jealous of Your Success

Success can lead to jealousy among colleagues rather than celebration.

#learning-and-development

How To Build Your Own 70-20-10 Remote Learning Plan

The 70-20-10 model assists in effective remote learning by emphasizing experiential, social, and formal learning components.

Remote Learning By Doing: The 70% Of The 70-20-10 Model

Learning by doing is essential for professional growth, especially when working remotely.

Engagement and hands-on experiences significantly enhance retention and application of knowledge.

Identifying learning opportunities in remote work can foster continuous skill development.

How To Build Your Own 70-20-10 Remote Learning Plan

The 70-20-10 model assists in effective remote learning by emphasizing experiential, social, and formal learning components.

Remote Learning By Doing: The 70% Of The 70-20-10 Model

Learning by doing is essential for professional growth, especially when working remotely.

Engagement and hands-on experiences significantly enhance retention and application of knowledge.

Identifying learning opportunities in remote work can foster continuous skill development.

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#employee-development

This Is the Real Secret to Exceeding Your Customer's Expectations | Entrepreneur

Employee development is crucial for exceptional customer service and competitive differentiation.

New Year, New Skills: Revolutionizing Professional Development 2025

Hybrid work is now a permanent reality, emphasizing the need for purpose, flexibility, and growth in the workplace.

This Is the Real Secret to Exceeding Your Customer's Expectations | Entrepreneur

Employee development is crucial for exceptional customer service and competitive differentiation.

New Year, New Skills: Revolutionizing Professional Development 2025

Hybrid work is now a permanent reality, emphasizing the need for purpose, flexibility, and growth in the workplace.

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Why Today's Thought Leaders Are Trapped in Echo Chambers | Entrepreneur

Leaders must consciously seek diverse viewpoints to avoid the echo chamber effect prevalent on platforms like LinkedIn.

How To Become A LinkedIn Influencer In 6 Steps

Becoming a LinkedIn influencer involves providing professional value, engaging authentically, and building a credible presence.

Why Today's Thought Leaders Are Trapped in Echo Chambers | Entrepreneur

Leaders must consciously seek diverse viewpoints to avoid the echo chamber effect prevalent on platforms like LinkedIn.

How To Become A LinkedIn Influencer In 6 Steps

Becoming a LinkedIn influencer involves providing professional value, engaging authentically, and building a credible presence.

Debugging Life From Banking To QA Leadership | HackerNoon

Helping others grow in their roles is a rewarding aspect of being a QA Lead.

Switching from banking to IT showcases the importance of persistence for career changes.

I turned down a job at Goldman Sachs to try something new in my 30s. I don't regret taking a career risk.

Stephany Kirkpatrick chose to turn down a Goldman Sachs job offer in favor of opportunities at SoulCycle, leading her to entrepreneurship.

Why taking yourself too seriously can damage your career

Building a positive reputation at work enhances employability and career success.

Authenticity in the workplace is achieved through social skills and empathy.

Why Expertise Can Make You a Less Effective Leader

Overreliance on expertise can stifle curiosity and foster overconfidence, ultimately hindering professional success.

How to Evolve From Manager to Mentor and Create a Lasting Impact | Entrepreneur

Effective leadership evolves from merely managing tasks to inspiring and mentoring others, creating a long-lasting impact on the organization.

Why Expertise Can Make You a Less Effective Leader

Overreliance on expertise can stifle curiosity and foster overconfidence, ultimately hindering professional success.

How to Evolve From Manager to Mentor and Create a Lasting Impact | Entrepreneur

Effective leadership evolves from merely managing tasks to inspiring and mentoring others, creating a long-lasting impact on the organization.

One $20 Lifetime Subscription Could Unlock a World of New Opportunities | Entrepreneur

StackSkills offers lifetime access to an online learning platform that fits into busy schedules, providing flexible education options for professionals.

Onwards to 2025...

Reflecting on personal and professional growth while transitioning roles is essential for future success.

25 Best AI Productivity Tools to Use in 2025 | ClickUp

AI productivity tools enhance efficiency by automating repetitive tasks, helping professionals focus on strategic work.

Finding Purpose: Reflecting on What Drives You as the New Year Approaches

Reflect on your motivations as you prepare for the new year; clarity can lead to a more meaningful personal and professional life.

How a Product Manager Can Shift to Business Thinking | HackerNoon

Product managers must develop a business-oriented mindset to effectively solve user problems and drive product success.

7 Carl Icahn Quotes Every 30-Year-Old Needs to Hear

Carl Icahn advises professionals in their 30s to focus on personal growth and enjoy the journey to success.

10 ways to use emotional intelligence to turn a 'no' into a 'yes'

Rejection in business is not final; it can lead to learning, adjustment, and stronger outcomes.

How to Give Negative Feedback (30+ Examples) | ClickUp

Negative feedback, while uncomfortable, is crucial for professional growth and should be delivered in a constructive manner to foster improvement.

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