Every time I interview a 40-something woman for 40:20 Vision I ask them what three “gifts” would they give a 20-something if they were a “Forty-Godmother”. Today I am adapting three “wishes” from the advice shared by a woman / CEO / investor / advisor in one my 7×7 mentoring salons. I love what she had to […] Read more…
Posts Tagged ‘Career advice’
Hard Work is Better Than Hardly Working
This week I’ve been thinking a lot about how to build confidence in girls as part of a work project. Part of confidence is self-worth and knowing what you are capable of …and that means working hard. Many of the 40-something women I have talked to this past week have mentioned that the lesson that […] Read more…
On The Path Not Taken
“If you are young and you have a choice between a job you think you have passion for and a job that pays more…explore the passion.” — a 40-something woman on not taking a lower paying opportunity in her twenties ~ I was journalism major and I really wanted to be in the editorial side of […] Read more…
Guest Post: Lessons Learned
Today we have a guest post from Payal Shukla who shares her 20-something perspective on starting the next chapter of her life as she jumps into the real world. After countless resume edits, dozens of cover letter drafts and endless hours of job applications and interviews, I recently was offered and accepted a full-time position […] Read more…
For Love Or Money: To Hold Out For Dream Job or Pay Your Bills?
Today we have a new question from a 2o-something on career, following your passion and timing. Some thoughtful perspectives from our 40-something panel on what to do when you have found your dream but you haven’t found the job. Dear 40-somethings, I’m 24 and just finished my Masters in something I absolutely LOVE […] Read more…
Three Gifts To A 20-Something (110)
Herewith, three “gifts” one 40-something would give a 20-something as their “Forty-Godmother”. What are yours? 1. Make yourself a priority. You can spend so much time doing good job and being liked by your bosses that you don’t make your self a priority. Investing in yourself through networking, developing presence, managing up is as […] Read more…
Making Yourself Invaluable
First, safe harbors to all those affected by Hurricane Sandy. I found this quote to be relevant for this time and for over time as we deal with sorrows in our life. “As long as sorrow doesn’t replace resilience we’ll be just fine.” —Christopher J. Christie As for my post today I’m following up on a post from Monday on […] Read more…
How Do I Demand Respect?
Dear 40-Somethings, I recently graduated from University and I’m working as a Sales and Marketing Assistant. I have been here for close to a year and I have found that the hands-on experience is very valuable, especially in learning professional interpersonal communications. That is, when no one rocks the boat. Recently things between our […] Read more…