Category: Work Life
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Microsoft LEAP Webinar: Gift of Feedback
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Since 2023, I’ve been running career development workshops for participants of the Microsoft LEAP, a 16-week program for people who want to transition into a technical career path. From retired NFL players to new-to-Microsoft folks, I’ve enjoyed presenting on this topic of “The Gift of Feedback,” which I believe is…
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What is the ROI of AI?
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The rise of AI has transformed how leaders and employees perceive productivity and ROI. By automating tasks, teams can innovate, enhance work-life balance, and focus on meaningful challenges. AI saves time, allowing for personal growth and development. Understanding AI’s functionality is essential to leveraging its benefits for improved efficiency and…
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How to stay relevant when AI can do your job better than you can
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As AI transforms work dynamics, you must adapt to maintain value. To stay relevant, learn to utilize AI tools effectively, understand the business context, and make strategic recommendations. Embracing change with curiosity and critical thinking is essential to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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How to get unstuck in your career
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I recently spoke on ex-Microsoftee, TJ Walia’s, T-Talks and shared some insights on how to find clarity, build a personal brand, and land a role you actually love. We cover some topics like: Watch on YouTube 👇
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Top 3 Job Hunting + Career Tips from Microsoft’s Work Trend Index Report 2024
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Microsoft just released its Work Trend Index Report for 2024 which surveyed over 31,000 people in 31 countries about the future of work. How well we work impacts how we far grow and succeed in our careers, so today’s blog post will highlight my top 3 takeaways for those of…
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7 Career & Comms Lessons from Microsoft’s Very First Xbox PR Pro
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As an early-in-career who joined the Microsoft Communications “Comms” team with no formal comms or PR experience, I sometimes find myself feeling a bit lost and asking a lot of questions! Luckily, I’ve met some very passionate leaders and teammates who have been inspiring me in my comms career so…
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5 Ways to Make Conscious Career Choices
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Growing up, we’re told to work hard, get a job, and climb the corporate ladder while being happy and fulfilled in our personal lives. It sounds simple, but it really isn’t! In a world of many distractions and disillusions of what success looks like, many of us struggle to make…
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10 tips for setting up out-of-office alerts without annoying your coworkers!
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It’s officially summer and we’re all excited for our upcoming long weekends and vacations! This also means taking some well deserved breaks from work ☀️ I’ve seen dozens — if not hundreds — of out-of-office alerts… ranging from super unhelpful 🫠 to really entertaining 🤣 and even a few that…
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Out-Of-Office Alert Examples & Templates
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You’re probably here because you read my 10 Tips For Setting Up Out-Of-Office Alerts Without Annoying Your Coworkers! blog post. Here’s an example and templates for a useful OOF alert based on the dozens — if not hundreds — of out-of-office alerts I’ve witnessed… ranging from super unhelpful 🫠 to…
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3 Ways You Can Beat Imposter Syndrome Today
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Imposter Syndrome was one of the topics that my newsletter subscribers brought up this month. It’s an interesting topic because I kinda struggle with it and I kinda don’t. These days, I often find myself being overly optimistic about my abilities and impatient about my goals and outcomes. However, I…