I met Diana Davis four years ago when I was looking to do a photo shoot with an athletic brand in New York City. She was recommended to me by a mutual friend in the health and wellness space. Diana…
Why Being A Multi-Hyphenated Person is a Good Thing
Remember when you were in school, and everyone told you that you had to declare a major, decide what you wanted to do in life, and then actually go out in the world and do it? Well, I’m here to…
Need Career Advice? Hire a Mentor!
Ever wonder what you should do with your life? Or what kind of career would be both rewarding and fulfilling—personally, professionally, and let’s face it, financially? Of course, we would all like to do what we love—and get paid well…
Procrastination, Presents, and Podcasts
It is probably fair to say that I am one of the last people to get moving on their holiday shopping (the perils of having a 9-to-5 job!). Yes, I will be doing as much shopping as one person can…
When to Hire a Career Expert
It has been eight months since I left my full-time job to pursue my passion for blogging and writing. While I have never regretted my decision to change course in my career, I will admit that there are a lot…
Monday Mantra: Embrace the Day
It’s that time of the week again. Time to set those alarms, jump into drive, and start yet another week. If you’re thinking that Sunday should come with a pause button, you’re not alone. How many of you embrace Mondays?…
Lessons From 2015
We are coming to the final days of 2015. It’s always sad when another year comes to an end, irrespective of how good or bad it may have been. For me, 2015 will be remembered as the year that I…
Lessons from Nine Years in My Twenties
As I sit down to write this post, it’s hard to believe that I am entering the final year of my twenties. At the same time I find it difficult to comprehend that I’m only 29. So many things have…
The 5 Best Habits You Picked Up in College (and the Single Worst)
Whether it’s been six years or a mere four months since graduation, most of us remember our college days fondly. Regardless of how you spent them, what your major was, or how you put that degree to use (if at…
Going Through a Tough Personal Crisis? Learn How to Overcome and Navigate Your Career at the Same Time
I’m thrilled to have my first article published on Career Contessa and to be a #ContessaMovement Ambassador. If you are unfamiliar with their mission, they are a site devoted to “honest conversations by real women about work and life —…
Guest Post: How to Find Your Dream Job (When You Don’t Know What You Want)
I’m thrilled to welcome back Elana Lyn Gross, who writes the career and lifestyle blog, Elana Lyn, to share more career advice. We’ve all struggled at some point with our job search and the right career path. And it can…
Climbing The Ladders
When TheLadders, a career resource for professionals, asked me to share some advice for recent graduates, I was elated. By no means am I an expert on the subject, but I’d like to think that six years after graduating from…
