Category Archives: Career Journal

How to Earn More Respect At Work

I am a clinical social-worker who wears several different hats (read: my time is very precious). I have no problem meeting with young adults. It just a natural part of the job. I have been in their shoes. I understand … Continue reading

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Struggling With a Resolution? Try Picking a Word

Walking the loop with a good friend, she thanked me for getting up early with her, as it was her goal to get in shape (yes, I shared that post with her). She asked me what my resolution was. They … Continue reading

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Finding your joy and finding your purpose – Pages of a Career Journal

“I’ve had my trials and tribulations,” he says. He’d always been in and out of kitchens: “It’s always been close to my heart.” But he struggled with addiction and ended up in jail. When he got out, his work experience … Continue reading

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Health and Happiness

You Don’t Get Anywhere in Life By Sitting Still I bought myself a treadmill . Yes, I am a runner. I know some in the running community will consider this machine blasphemes, but I don’t care. I enjoy running indoors as … Continue reading

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Has office attire become too casual? What Do You Wear to Work?

In a previous tech job, the company’s team-building manager pulled me aside the day before our off-site. “Just wanted to let you know tomorrow’s activities require some running around. You’re always so well-dressed, but it will be a jeans-and-sneakers type … Continue reading

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