Articles tagged "Professional development"

Busting the career ladder myth

Let's consider what happens when we free ourselves from trying to reach the top of the ladder to instead carve our own paths as a career river flowing toward our ultimate objective: the ocean.

What to expect when moving from a small company to a big(ger) one

Before working at Zapier, I was at an eight-person company. So before I started, all I could do was think about the 400 some-odd difference in size—I had no idea what to expect.

Forget networking—connect with people because they're interesting 

The idea of networking makes me cringe. Here's the thing, though: I actually love connecting with people, and that enthusiasm works out for me professionally. I got this job because of a friend I made on Twitter. That's networking. 

Job titles matter

"Don't worry about titles. Titles don't really matter."  I can't tell you how many times I've heard that before. But titles do matter—here's why.

How to write a bio that gets results

Your bio can work wonders for you and your business—here's how to write one, including a template to start with.

Managers: Never just text your reports the word "hi"

If my manager ever texts me "hi", "hello", or "hey" without any further context, I will assume that I'm fired. It's the only logical conclusion. The same goes for "are you around?", "let me know when you get in," and "can we talk?"

3 ways to communicate like a leader in a changing workplace

Social and political issues will enter the workplace in the hearts and minds of each employee. Here's how to communicate like a leader through those conversations.

4 women business collectives that have helped me grow my business

Being a founder requires a massive amount of support—from family and friends, but also from other founders. Having a group of people who've gone through the same kind of experience as you can help you tackle the unique struggles of running a business.

The 3 game-changing lessons I learned from my business coach

The day after my first session with my business coach, he fell 30 feet in a freak rock-climbing accident, breaking three vertebrae in his spine, two ribs, his left ankle, and his right shoulder—as well as suffering a concussion. He was lucky to be alive.

Why you should hire early-career engineers

Early-career engineers, sometimes called "L1s," will have little to no experience, but they can be a more productive addition to your team than a seasoned engineer. Here's why.