Career

Have you ever entered a job role or organization that just didn’t seem to fit you quite right? Experienced a conflict with a loved one that seemed to have been born of a misalignment in communication style? Approached an important decision from an entirely different angle than did your colleague or friend? Wondered why somebody […]

By: Natsuko Tohyama Is it difficult for you to accept a less than perfect outcome? The last time you faced constructive criticism, were you grateful for the opportunity to grow, or did you immediately rack your brain for a defense? Do you set realistic goals for yourself, and then do your utmost to meet them?

It is commonly said that the traditional approach to networking is fast dying out. Gone are the days of attending seminars, conferences and panels armed with a stack of business cards, aggressively wading through an ocean of potential contacts, trying to get yourself noticed. With the advent of social media, blogging and portable internet devices,

Disclaimer: Not all female bosses are good. Not all male bosses are bad. This article simply examines character traits and management styles that are perceived as being ‘feminine’ and commonly associated with female leadership. Did you hear the joke about the female boss? Whatever it is, it isn’t funny. Gender equality in the workplace is