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How to Build Resilience in the Workplace

Resilience is often attributed to people who survive catastrophic events or manage extreme illnesses or other difficult situations. However, having resilience in the workplace can help you cope with stress, perform at your best and face challenges with confidence and poise.  Building resilience at work takes practice, but it can

8 Ways to Mindfully Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Maximum Exposure

Self-promotion doesn’t come naturally to all of us—especially if you’re an introvert or have had the virtue of modesty drummed into you since childhood. Yet making the most of casual connections is crucial to networking and success.  New research published in Scientific American expands upon one of the most cited

How to Give Effective Employee Feedback

Each professional journey will look a little different, but today, we’ll discuss an integral part of any professional journey—giving and receiving employee and leader feedback. Feedback, when delivered correctly, can be one of the most powerful tools for growth. It helps us understand our strengths, highlights areas for improvement, and

Louis Gossett, Jr. Died from COPD: The Lung Condition Explained

We have now learned what caused the death of the late Academy Award-winning actor Louis Gossett, Jr, 87, who passed away last month. According to the report, the primary cause of death of the beloved actor was Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), with atrial fibrillation as a contributing factor. Here

The High Price Black Women Pay For STIs

You probably already know that sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a critical health concern for Black women because they disproportionately affect us. There are a few reasons for that: We have higher rates of specific diseases such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis than white women. The CDC reported that Black

How To Be A Good Mentee: Everything You Need To Know

Having someone spend the time to be your mentor is a privilege, so it’s normal to wonder how to be a good mentee. A great mentor will be someone you can confide in and learn from, to help guide you in your life, your career and everything that falls in

How Company Passion Projects Can Add to the Bottom Line

Passion projects, hobbies or innovative expressions outside the traditional 9-to-5 workday are great ways to flex our creativity and do something just for pleasure. But what does a passion project for a company or business look like? What benefits can they provide, and can they make a positive impact on

Mental Health First Aid: The Critical Skill Set Every Workplace Needs

It’s standard practice to have multiple employees in every organization qualified in first aid so they can attend to physical injuries until professional medical help arrives. However, the same consideration is seldom extended toward mental stress and strain—otherwise known as mental health first aid—and that needs to change. Gallup found

How to Build Resilience in the Workplace

Resilience is often attributed to people who survive catastrophic events or manage extreme illnesses or other difficult situations. However, having resilience in the workplace can help you cope with stress, perform at your best and face challenges with confidence and poise.  Building resilience at work takes practice, but it can

8 Ways to Mindfully Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Maximum Exposure

Self-promotion doesn’t come naturally to all of us—especially if you’re an introvert or have had the virtue of modesty drummed into you since childhood. Yet making the most of casual connections is crucial to networking and success.  New research published in Scientific American expands upon one of the most cited

How to Give Effective Employee Feedback

Each professional journey will look a little different, but today, we’ll discuss an integral part of any professional journey—giving and receiving employee and leader feedback. Feedback, when delivered correctly, can be one of the most powerful tools for growth. It helps us understand our strengths, highlights areas for improvement, and

Louis Gossett, Jr. Died from COPD: The Lung Condition Explained

We have now learned what caused the death of the late Academy Award-winning actor Louis Gossett, Jr, 87, who passed away last month. According to the report, the primary cause of death of the beloved actor was Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), with atrial fibrillation as a contributing factor. Here

The High Price Black Women Pay For STIs

You probably already know that sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a critical health concern for Black women because they disproportionately affect us. There are a few reasons for that: We have higher rates of specific diseases such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis than white women. The CDC reported that Black

How To Be A Good Mentee: Everything You Need To Know

Having someone spend the time to be your mentor is a privilege, so it’s normal to wonder how to be a good mentee. A great mentor will be someone you can confide in and learn from, to help guide you in your life, your career and everything that falls in

How Company Passion Projects Can Add to the Bottom Line

Passion projects, hobbies or innovative expressions outside the traditional 9-to-5 workday are great ways to flex our creativity and do something just for pleasure. But what does a passion project for a company or business look like? What benefits can they provide, and can they make a positive impact on

Mental Health First Aid: The Critical Skill Set Every Workplace Needs

It’s standard practice to have multiple employees in every organization qualified in first aid so they can attend to physical injuries until professional medical help arrives. However, the same consideration is seldom extended toward mental stress and strain—otherwise known as mental health first aid—and that needs to change. Gallup found