Here at Guide to Graduate, our team is composed of both seasoned professionals and new-to-the-workforce faces. So, as you can imagine, we often have a range of diverse opinions to pull from on each and every topic we write about. And this week’s topic, proposed by a fellow Guide to Graduate reader, was no exception. […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Putting in Your Notice Read More »
As we head into the last few weeks of “spooky season,” the Guide to Graduate team was gathered in our breakroom, passing the lunch hour by sharing spooky stories from Halloween’s past. As aficionados for all things careers, naturally our conversation veered toward cringey encounters, creepy coworkers, eerie execs, and so on. Of course, we
Spooktacular Stories from the Workplace Read More »
Let’s be honest–no matter how much we love our jobs, sometimes work can be a bit…boring. We’ve all had those days where we can’t seem to focus or find interest in anything we’re doing. But what happens if you keep up that workflow day in and day out; clocking in and almost fully checking-out? Well,
Is Your Coworker a ‘Quiet Quitter?’ Read More »
The first day of a new job can be daunting. From learning a new route for your commute (and getting used to the traffic that comes with it!), to getting acclimated with a new office setup and culture, the majority of the first hours on a new job are centered around pretty much everything but
Joining a Remote Team? Do These Three Tasks Before Your First Day Read More »
If you’ve been a reader of Guide to Graduate for a while, you may recall a recent post where we shared the benefits of hiring a career coach to help you navigate your professional life. A career coach can be a wonderful asset in helping you achieve specific career goals, from landing a new role
Three Types of Career Mentors You Shouldn’t Be Without Read More »
Crisp, cool air. Warm beverages. An endless list of opportunities… ‘tis the season for, job hunting? Depending on the month you’re reading this, it could very well be! Just last summer, a Guide to Graduate editor had a friend frantically searching for a new job. After submitting application after application to no avail, she reached
Is There a ‘Right’ Time of Year to Find a Job? Read More »
Have you ever felt stuck or unmotivated in your career? Are you looking for help navigating your next move? Maybe you just want someone to bounce a few ideas off–regardless of the reason, a career coach may just be the right solution. Career coaches come in many different forms, from mentors and guides, to motivators
How to Know If – or When – You Need a Career Coach Read More »
Congratulations! After months of interviewing, you’ve finally landed a role at a new company you’re excited about. Or perhaps you’ve decided to take some time off. Or maybe you’re leaving a toxic work environment. Regardless of your reasoning, you, being the all-star professional that you are, need to write a resignation letter to inform your
How to Craft a Resignation Letter Read More »
Last week was my annual performance review at work, which also means it was time for my annual pay raise. Like most corporations in the US, this is an annual salary bump of anywhere from 2% – 5%. However, unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know prices have far exceeded a 2% –
How to Ask for an Inflation-Adjusted Pay Raise Read More »
Breaks are an essential part of work culture. From day one on the job, you’re armed with the breaktime information you need: how many breaks; how often you break; lunch breaks, and so on. Legally speaking, the department of labor states every employee is entitled to one 15- minute break for every four hours of
How Many Breaks Should You Be Taking? Read More »
