Published inInHerSight·Mar 29How to Talk About Your Layoff in a Job InterviewHonesty is the best policy You want to be your best self in a job interview-so talking about a low career point, like a layoff, isn’t a favorite topic to cover. But it doesn’t have to be a tough answer at all. Here’s how to navigate talking about your layoff…Layoffs4 min readLayoffs4 min read
Published inInHerSight·Mar 24The 3 Best Questions to Ask About Pay Equity in an InterviewWhy you should and what a hiring manager should say Pay equity occurs when employees with equal job functions are compensated with equal pay, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or other identifying factors. Although achieving pay equity for all employees should be the goal for every company, it’s…Pay Equity7 min readPay Equity7 min read
Published inInHerSight·Mar 22How to Live a ‘Soft Life’ Without Quitting Your Job“Soft life is about making a conscious effort to tend to your own needs and what brings you moments of rest and pleasure” Do you often feel as though you’re drowning in stress? Work requires all of your mental energy? Can’t find the time for hobbies that bring you joy…Soft Life7 min readSoft Life7 min read
Published inInHerSight·Mar 9‘Hepeating’ Is Still Happening in 2023. Here Are 6 Ways to Stop ItProtect what’s yours If you’ve experienced the frustration of sharing an idea only to have a male colleague repeat it with pride as if they were the mastermind-you’re not alone. …Mansplaining7 min readMansplaining7 min read
Published inInHerSight·Mar 9Your Toxic Workplace Checklist: 16 Signs the Culture Is Bad for BusinessTrust your gut You probably spend 40 hours or more working per week, but in a toxic work environment, that time spent can feel much longer, and it can have a huge impact on your mental, physical, and emotional health as well as your home life and how you interact…Toxic10 min readToxic10 min read
Published inInHerSight·Feb 15A Word-for-Word Guide to Discussing Mental Health with Direct ReportsWhat to say and why it’s important Following the lockdown during the pandemic, many companies began more heavily investing in employee mental health-but even with the world reopened, stress and anxiety remain high. An American Psychological Association (APA) study found more than a quarter of adults (27 percent) report that…Mental Health6 min readMental Health6 min read
Published inInHerSight·Feb 13In 2023, What Does Work-Life Balance Mean?Workers want flexibility, not nap pods What does work-life balance mean in 2023? Different things, depending on who you are. The definition of work-life balance Generally speaking, a work-life balance means you’re able to find a split between how much time you spend working and how much time you have to take care of personal…Work Life Balance7 min readWork Life Balance7 min read
Published inInHerSight·Feb 13Insider Advice: 11 Experts Share Tips on Discussing Your Salary Expectations“You can be the exception, and each of us who becomes the exception normalizes equitable pay.” No one likes talking about money. It’s uncomfortable, and just the thought of discussing salary expectations can make you feel fidgety. …Salary14 min readSalary14 min read
Published inInHerSight·Nov 28, 2022Our Comprehensive Guide to Finding a Career You LoveYour dream job is waiting Do you feel stuck or bored at work? Do you feel like your skills and passions aren’t being utilized? Do you daydream of finding a career you love? Many women find themselves in jobs where they don’t find intrinsic meaning or value. But having a…Job Hunting8 min readJob Hunting8 min read
Published inInHerSight·Nov 22, 2022What to Do Before ‘Quick Quitting’ a Job You HateLeave with no regrets It can feel like a professional “sin” to quit a job you just started, but if you find yourself hating your job, something’s wrong. When you’re unhappy at a new company, it’s hard to know if the problem is fixable. You’re still getting to know the…Quitting10 min readQuitting10 min read
