Between the labor shortage and a movement of workers transitioning to different jobs, all anyone can talk about right now is The Great Reshuffle (also known as The Great Resignation). Undoubtedly, the pandemic has intensified this wave, but the shift speaks to something more profound. It speaks to the hunger for more—and everyone has aRead more
In our October Community Conversations, Orlando Williams had the wonderful privilege to chat with former Nike president Elliott Hill about winning leadership strategies and knowing the next right move. After a successful 32-year career, Hill recently retired from Nike and joined BDT Capital as a Senior Advisor. He has broad expertise in global strategy, brandRead more
Here is the situation: you have the good fortune to still be employed and maintaining your current pay. For the past few months, you have been feeling a bit stuck in your role and had been thinking about making a change. Then, in an instant, the world seems to shut down.
Just like the age-old question about the chicken and egg, creatives everywhere are constantly questioning how to land their first job in an agency when many of the agencies require entry-level employees have at least two years of experience. Why is that? Well for starters, agencies are fast-paced machines. There’s very little time for rampingRead more
The holidays – it’s the most wonderful time of year! For many, it can also be the most stressful, especially if you’re worried about your job. With so many seasonal stressors, like the lack of sunlight, shopping for gifts, and the various obligations that pop up, it can be hard to focus on your careerRead more
How do IT professionals combine their love of technology, data, learning, and solving technical challenges outside of their 9-5 jobs? By starting a side project that allows you to work on a project in your own time and at your own pace. These projects can provide an opportunity to work on something you’re passionate aboutRead more
Scene: It’s 3:45 p.m. on a Wednesday, but it really feels like 5:30 p.m. on a Friday. You have been working tirelessly all month to meet deadlines, promptly respond to emails, and satisfy last-minute requests from your boss. Your sleep cycle fluctuates, but you try for at least 6.5 hours each night and eat aRead more
Portland has been overflowing with excitement since Tuesday over Damian Lillard’s historical playoff game in which he led the Trail Blazers to victory over Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder. With mere seconds left in a tied game, “Logo Lillard” hit a three from over 30 feet from the basket. While OKC’s Paul GeorgeRead more
The sectors and divisions that make up the information technology industry are vast and ever-evolving. As the industry continues to grow so do the types and sets of certifications needed by IT professionals. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just finished your undergrad in computer science, it can be confusing to know which certificationsRead more
Picture this: you’re in your pajamas, lounging on the couch, coffee in hand, TV playing somewhere off in the distance, and you’re clocked in and logging hours. Sounds magical, right? The ability to work remotely has emerged as a wildly attractive feature of the overall compensation package. Along with promoting a strong sense of work-lifeRead more