It can strike in an instant. Your identity, your security, your routine - gone without warning. I want to share a few things I've learned over the years through multiple layoffs. You can never be fully prepared, but you can get ahead of it. A wise person once said, "Treat every paycheck like an early severance and every meeting like an early farewell tour." Excellent advice. Image courtesy of Vecteezy Let’s break down the top 6 signs you might be on the chopping block: Lack

The most bizarre thing happened recently, and I felt compelled to share a laugh or two. Having worked in male-dominated industries for over 15 years, I was seldom—if ever—asked about my private life. When I interviewed for my first job, the employer told me point-blank: "I will never ask about your weekend." I smiled, appreciating the honesty. Truthfully, small talk isn't my thing — show me my office and let me get to work. But not every organization operates that way. Last y

It’s that word again — collaboration.  Managers love to use it, but do they understand it? Lately, it's the catchphrase used to justify RTO (return to office). I want to share my experience with RTO and this so-called collaboration. With over 10 years working for Fortune 500 companies, I’ve seen it all. After COVID, when we were all being corralled back to the office, I had a 1:1 with my boss. I’ve always respected him — he’s a sensible guy — but when he said this, he couldn’

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