When you’re starting out, it’s easy to feel intimidated by colleagues who have more experience than you. But your talents are valuable. Here are some tips on how to act as if you’re confident, whether you feel it or not. Take chances Volunteer for projects that will require you to…
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When you’re first entering the workforce, presenting yourself as a professional may feel awkward. But projecting the right image is invaluable to your career success. Here’s how to do it—and still be yourself. Practice being pithy. When someone asks you about your skills or what you’re working on, it’s not…
When entering the professional world, it’s important to understand how to communicate powerfully in different situations. Here are some tips to get started. Meeting with your boss. In a one-on-one conversation with your boss, you need to demonstrate that you are proactive and goal-oriented. If you are discussing a challenge…
Helene recently interviewed Tina Brown, journalist and founder of The Daily Beast and Tina Brown Media. Take a look at her insights on taking risks, telling powerful stories, and empowering women. Helene: You have always been a risk taker and a pioneer, where did you get that from? Was there…