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The Hidden Cost of Interviewing: How to Decide Which Opportunities Deserve Your Time and Energy
Practice telling your story in your interview
amy Leighton
Mar 182 min read


“Overqualified,” “Underqualified,” “Not the Perfect Fit”: What Hiring Managers Really Mean—and How to Respond
As you’re applying for jobs, you may be feeling the effects of rejection. You may hear your skills are too advanced or not enough for the job. Or, they may just tell you that you’re not a good fit for the position. While not fun to hear, each one of these may have a different meaning depending on the circumstances. Here are a few things you can do if you get feedback that you are overqualified, underqualified, or not the perfect fit for a position. Overqualified. If your skil
amy Leighton
Mar 173 min read


Career Resilience: Building Confidence and Planning for the Future
Because we’re in an uncertain job market, people are feeling less job stability.
amy Leighton
Oct 29, 20252 min read


When (and How) to Ask for Feedback and Advocate for Yourself at Work
If you don’t overcome the fear of asking for feedback and advocating for yourself, you’ll stay stuck.
amy Leighton
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Navigating Office Politics and Organizational Culture in the Private Sector
You’re probably familiar with office politics—the glance among your colleagues during a meeting or having someone else get credit for something you’ve consistently brought to light.
amy Leighton
Oct 16, 20252 min read


Making the Most of Your First 90 Days Setting Yourself Up for Success
If you’ve been tirelessly looking for a new job and finally landed one, there’s a huge sense of relief. And then following that, immediate anxiety about starting a new job.
amy Leighton
Oct 15, 20252 min read
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