Category: Life
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The Secret Ingredient to Success Is…
So, it all started while I was doom-scrolling on Instagram. Suddenly, a reel caught my eye. It was a cartoon that I hadn’t seen in ages – the talking goose from Kung Fu Panda. Yes, that’s where this blog post is going.
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30 and Counting: The Unexpected Gifts of Growing Older
As the plane soared through the sky, I realized that my 30th year might not necessarily have the glamour I once dreamed of, but it was filled with real, understated moments of happiness that I wouldn’t trade for the world.
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Beating the puppy blues
Several years ago, I made a promise to my husband (my then-fiancé) that one day… I would agree to welcoming a dog into our lives. Every year went by, and he would remind me of my tentative agreement. And every year I would find another reason that “it wasn’t the right time”.
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Small Talk: Networking Tips for Young Professional Women
If you’re a young woman with aspirations of taking over the world (or at least – your industry), then building a strong professional network is an absolute must. And let’s be honest – networking isn’t easy… and sometimes, it can be a bit nerve-wracking.
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Corporate Calm: Strategies for Managing Stress in the Workplace
In all seriousness, finding ways to manage stress in the corporate world can be a challenge, but it’s also crucial for maintaining your sanity and achieving your goals. With now nearly twelve (12!) years of corporate life under my belt, I believe I have some experience in that department. Perhaps instead of learning through trial…
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Imposter Syndrome: Dealing w/ the Silent Critic
Imposter syndrome is caused by a combination of internal and external factors and it’s important to recognize that imposter syndrome is a common experience and that everyone feels like an imposter at times.
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Making Friends as a “Grown-up”
Friendship is easy when you aren’t worried too much about what anyone else thinks. Why is it all so much harder for all of us as adults?
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Moving On
I think the biggest reminder I can carry forward with me is that home is where you make it. And while I don’t know exactly what the future holds, I do know that home is anywhere I want it to be.
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Friends can break your heart, too
Can you recall a time a friendship you cherished came to a end? Maybe the relationship exploded with fiery fury over a misdoing or misunderstanding – or maybe it fizzled out over a longer period of time… drawn-out and distant, slowly fading into obscurity. Or, perhaps the most painful of circumstances, one can be simply…
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100 Dreams – Why You Should Start Writing Them Down
Let’s talk about defining your perfect life – regardless of hurdles. Because a wise mentor once told me, “build the well before you need the water.”
THE NEXT JEN 