Feeling like a fraud: How to manage imposter syndrome in the workplace
How do we get over those doubts of never feeling good enough in our careers and stop imposter syndrome from taking over? According to Simply Psychology, imposter syndrome is an internal experience of self doubt and feeling as though you are a fraud or not as competent...
The prettiness paradox: pretty privilege in the workplace
Ever wondered why some people seem to get ahead at work just by flashing a smile? Let’s dive into the world of pretty privilege and see how good looks can give you a serious career boost. What is pretty privilege? The phenomenon where looks can give you a...
Perfecting that work-life balance
Between hitting those weekday deadlines and making room for drinks with the girls on a Friday night, finding the perfect work-life balance can be tricky. We’ve all been there. It hits that five o’ clock finish and you’re desperately trying to switch to your social...
When co-workers cross boundaries – why should women have to deal with it?
One thing you can’t control about the workplace is the people that you work with. This could end up leading to lifelong friendships, awkward interactions, or sometimes even nightmare situations with even more nightmarish co-workers. Boundaries at work can mean...
“Every no brings you closer to a yes”: How to turn job rejection into redirection
Elizabeth Willetts tells you how to turn job rejection into redirection Getting rejected from a job is hard, especially when you prepared and researched for the role and envisioned yourself at that company. So how can you take a knock to your confidence as a learning...
Can the right radio station impact your working environment?
As someone who has a playlist for every single mood and occasion – the kind of music you play can have a surprising impact on your mood and actions. Whether you’re happy, sad, excited, nostalgic, we all have those certain songs that get us going or make us tick – but...
‘Horrible Bosses’ – when managers make work a living hell
There is one thing you can count on to turn a day at work from good to bad. People. Whether it’s a customer or a co-worker, as soon as you come into contact with them the mood is ruined. You walk into work, see their face, and immediately want to turn straight back...
Explaining mansplaining – how to deal with sexist attitudes at work
Asking someone to explain mansplaining is a loaded question. If you want an official definition, it’s described as ‘the explanation of something by a man, typically to a woman, in a manner regarded as condescending or patronising’ – emphasis on the patronising. It’s...
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