Mentor Moments
How to position yourself for opportunities
Opportunities don’t just happen - they’re created, recognized and seized by ...
Reboot your goals for the new year
The start of a new year offers a unique opportunity to pause, reflect and recali...
Mastering the art of negotiation
Negotiation is a skill that impacts and shapes both our personal and professiona...
Finding meaning in your work
“Finding meaning" already sounds like advice we've heard before. And if you're...
Why consistency beats intensity every time
When chasing success, it’s tempting to go all-in with intense bursts of energy...
Establishing clear goals in a mentoring relationship
Without clear goals, even the most well-intentioned partnership can feel unstruc...
How to bounce back from burnout
Burnout is that overwhelming sense of disconnection, exhaustion and disengagemen...
Tips for productivity
After a long tiring day, we often feel like we've been busy, only to realize lat...
How to build habits that stick
We are always full of motivation when setting new habits, yet frustrated when ou...
The art of self-compassion
Life brings moments when we're often our own harshest critics, quick to judge an...
Balancing ambition with contentment
Ambition drives us forward, inspiring us to set goals, reach new heights and pus...
How to be an effective mentee
Being a mentee is not just about receiving guidance and advice from a mentor. Yo...
Discover your potential
Many of us underestimate what we’re capable of achieving. We can become comfor...
How do you react to feedback?
We often take feedback personally, especially when it's critical, feeling as tho...
Learn to change direction
In both life and career, there are moments when continuing down the same path no...
Always do what's right
Doing what's right isn't always the easiest path, but it is the foundation of lo...
How to amplify your influence
Influence is about inspiring trust, building meaningful relationships and guidin...
Wish you were someone else?
In moments of frustration or self-reflection, it's common to look at others and ...
Staying positive in negative circumstances
Life often throws unforeseen challenges that test our resolve and attitude. Whet...
Do your research before the interview
Job interviews can be nerve wrecking, but one of the best ways to boost your con...
Nobody cares if you fail
Fear of failure is a common concern that holds many of us back from pursuing our...
Figure out what holds you back
You are looking at your life and career and you’re not where you pictured you...
Bringing out the best in others
One of the most impactful skills one could develop is the ability to bring out t...
No need to take a plane to travel
In our quest for change, adventure, and new experiences, it's easy to overlook t...
Purpose of mentoring
Mentoring is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth, providing gui...
How to gain respect
In order to achieve success in any endeavor, it's important to earn the respect ...
Building relationships with recruiters
Even when employed, recruiters can offer unique insights about the industry, hel...
How to live your best life
Many of us, going to work every day and working hard, find ourselves rolling our...
How to deal with difficult people
Handling difficult people and situations effectively requires a blend of emotion...
Priorities matter
In our busy daily lives, it's easy to get caught up in a whirlwind of tasks and ...
We only regret the chances we didn’t take
The statement "We only regret the chances we didn’t take" sounds very cliché,...
Imposter syndrome
Many of us, despite our diligent efforts and accomplishments, often find ourselv...
Talk less! Just get it done!
Cutting through the clutter of endless discussions requires a decisive shift tow...
Do things differently to think differently
Are you stuck in a cycle of repetition, facing the same old problems with the sa...
Turn job search contacts into results
You're at that point in life where you're either on the hunt for your first job,...
Know when you are wrong
Nobody enjoys being wrong. We all make decisions, hoping for the best outcome. Y...
Choose a career that's right for you
When contemplating the idea of finding the right career, the knee-jerk reaction ...
The power of positive thinking
Let's face it, being a positive thinker isn't easy, especially when life throws ...
When you can't change people
Navigating relationships, whether in personal or professional contexts, presents...
Becoming the best version of you
Becoming the best version of ourselves is a journey of self-discovery, growth, a...
Being open-minded and adaptive
Being open-minded means being receptive to new ideas, perspectives, and experien...
Lessons about persistence
Persistence in careers and life goals is the unwavering commitment to achieving ...
Life is too short to be ordinary
It's easy to fall into routines and settle for the ordinary when it comes to car...
Just do the thing
Procrastination can hinder your career progression and overall job satisfaction....
How to not take offense
How can we manage our interpersonal interactions with resilience and grace? Whet...
The key to enduring relationships
A key ingredient in the recipe of success is loyalty. Cultivating loyalty can si...
Share your progress, not just your goals
Sharing your progress not only helps you stay motivated, but it inspires those a...
You need grit when you want to quit
The special thing about grit is that anyone can have it. You do not have to be t...
Why you need a personalized mentoring plan
With any mentoring relationship, what you get out is equal to what you put in. T...
Your habits define your future
You need to know your habits. The better you understand them, the more likely yo...
There are no mistakes - only lessons
As humans, we spend a lot of time weighing out all our options. We’re always t...
Believe in yourself or nobody will
If you don't believe in yourself, nobody will believe in you either. It doesn't...
The perfect mentorship
Once you’ve found your mentor or mentee, the next thing you’ll have to overc...
Communicating honestly with your mentor
Imagine being in a relationship that lacks trust. Imagine not being able to be h...
After applying for a job
You may be experiencing severe anxiety. You are uncertain about the future. You ...
Mock job interviews
Mock job interviews provide mentees the opportunity to refine their interview sk...
How to remove distractions
The modern office is full of distractions. When we don’t block out the noise t...
Keep your relationship appropriate
Mentorships are delicate relationships wherein both parties have to be vulnerabl...
Why authenticity matters
Mentorships work best when they’re built on a foundation of trust. To accompli...
When you need to - pivot!
In our industry, we need to be nimble to innovate. We may frequently have to alt...
Handling conflict
Conflicts can occur in any relationship, and mentorships are no exception. But t...
About your biggest weaknesses
Job applicants often find it challenging to discuss their weaknesses during an i...
Becoming the very best version of you
Each of us has different strengths, talents, and passions. One goal of a mentori...
Getting that job interview
You’ve been preparing yourself for your career for years, and finally, the job...
Evaluating your mentoring relationship
From time to time, mentors and mentees should evaluate their relationship to det...
Giving feedback and advice tactfully
Mentors help shape their mentee’s career growth by carefully offering input an...
Think about your mindset
We can learn quite a bit about ourselves when we think about how we think. We di...
Rules for success in a mentoring relationship
Mentor-mentee relationships can open up untold possibilities in a young person...
Deciding which company is right for you
When appraising a position, there’s more to consider than just the salary and ...
Why people hate change
College is a crash course in change. Each semester you take new classes, meet ne...
Why thank you letters are important
Don't be shy about sending a thank you letter after an interview because there a...
You think like people you spend time with
Motivational speaker Jim Rohn famously said that we are the average of the five ...
Emailing a potential employer
Approaching employers about potential positions is a pivotal moment in any stude...
Take stock of your transferable skills
Over the years, you have developed many skills. You may not have a job yet, but ...
Preparing for job interviews
Have you expanded your professional circle? How does your LinkedIn profile look...
Common mistakes when setting mentee goals
Goal setting is a foundational element of the mentoring process. Goals give ment...
Turning rejection into opportunity
Rejection is one of life’s most painful experiences. Yet, it is one of life’...
How to make a good impression at your new job
Whether you are new to the job market or are making a move within your company, ...
Quick tips for revising your resume
Your resume is usually the very first thing an employer sees that represents you...
Expanding your network
When you've done a ton of hard work preparing yourself for the job market, the n...
The importance of accountability
A mentoring relationship is based on mutual respect and trust. For it to work, b...
What gets in the way of your goals?
Human nature is a fickle beast. We’re often our own worst enemies — torpedoi...
Turn mountains into speed bumps
Perhaps you learned how to cope in a crisis, how to avoid mistakes for next time...
Checking your emotions and bias
We’re emotional creatures, driven by internal forces that we may not always ha...
Get to know prospective employers
We’ve giving you a ton to think today, but it’s all done with the idea that ...
Create your online brand
Social networking sites are a big part of the job search process and are vital t...
Set job search goals
Before setting your job search goals, you should already have mastered the impor...
Build rapport with your mentor
How can you get your mentor to happily share their time and wisdom with you and ...