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Make the most of professional conferences with intentional networking strategies that build genuine relationships. Inspired by AfroTech, explore how to prepare for networking events, set meaningful goals, overcome social hesitation, and turn conference conversations into lasting professional connections.
Breaking up Is Hard To Do
How do you know when it's time to leave your job? Inspired by Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams, this reflection explores career dissatisfaction, workplace values, job transitions, and the difference between choosing to stay and being afraid to leave. Learn how to evaluate your current role and take intentional steps toward career change.
“Next week!” and Other Lies I Tell
Career development shouldn't stop when you land a new job. Discover why ongoing networking, professional relationships, skill development, and intentional career planning matter even when you're happy in your current role—and how small, consistent investments can create future opportunities.
Just Because You Can…
Do job seekers really need personal websites and AI-generated career graphics? Learn why résumé optimization, LinkedIn profile strategy, and clear professional branding are often more effective than creating additional platforms that duplicate your experience without adding meaningful value.
Tell. 👏🏽 Them. 👏🏽 What. 👏🏽 You. 👏🏽 Want.
Your network can only help with your job search when they know what you're looking for. This guide explores career clarity, networking strategy, elevator pitches, referrals, and how to activate your professional network ahead of the September hiring surge.
That summer slowdown, tho
Successful careers are built through curiosity, relationships, and a willingness to embrace new opportunities. This conversation explores leadership, career growth, networking, AI, adaptability, and what hiring leaders look for when building high-performing teams.
Thanks for the Business, Buuut…
A strong manager can elevate a career, while a poor one can drive even high-performing employees away. This reflection explores the influence of leadership on engagement, retention, and job satisfaction—and why evaluating your future manager is just as important as evaluating the role.
Who Authorized This Much Life Experience?
Job hugging—the decision to stay in an unfulfilling role out of fear or uncertainty—is becoming increasingly common in today's market. This reflection explores how professionals can stay prepared, continue growing, and make career decisions from strategy rather than fear.
I’m Getting on My Soapbox Today!
Most people don't wait to make career changes because they don't know what to do—they wait because life feels "fine enough." This reflection explores the tension between knowing what would help and actually taking action before urgency forces the issue.
Respectfully, What Is This?
Today’s job market can feel exhausting, with longer hiring cycles and increased competition. This perspective shares practical strategies for building recruiter relationships, networking intentionally, staying organized, and maintaining momentum during a difficult search.
Mine Was by Green Day… Yours?
New graduates are entering a challenging job market with little guidance on how to actually land a role. This program helps early-career professionals build confidence, strengthen their résumé, and navigate the job search strategically from day one.
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Not getting traction in your job search? It may not be your résumé. This perspective highlights how targeting, networking, and outreach drive results—showing why applications alone often fall short in today’s market.
If I don’t tell you… Who will?
After years of working with recruiters and hiring managers, I’m bringing those conversations to you—live and unfiltered. This new LinkedIn Live series offers real talk on hiring, job search strategy, and what actually moves the needle.
Experimenting in the Messy Middle
Feeling stuck in your career isn’t about not trying hard enough—it’s about where you’re starting. This reflection explores how shifting inward, asking better questions, and running small experiments can unlock clarity and momentum.
You’re killin’ me, Smalls!
Everyone starts out awkward on LinkedIn—but the ones who keep showing up see results. This reflection explores how pushing past the “cringe” and posting consistently can build visibility, momentum, and real opportunities over time.
Restarting > quitting
Missed something? Fell off track? You can just begin again. This reflection explores the pressure to stay consistent, the reality of overwhelm, and the power of giving yourself grace as you reset and move forward.
Not me calling you lazy!
Want your network to actually help you? Get clear first. This reflection explores how defining your next move, crafting a tight elevator pitch, and communicating it confidently makes it easier for others to connect you to the right opportunities.
The second-best time is now…
You don’t have to burst into the new year to make progress. This reflection explores how small, intentional steps—showing up, engaging, and getting clear—can build momentum in your job search and personal brand without burnout.