It might seem a little late to think about, but your choice of professional or academic pursuits may not be a natural fit for the way your brain is wired. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that, but if it’s true in your case, it’s best to understand it. So let’s take a look at...
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Although you are the only one who will truly know when you are ready to transition to a new career, these feelings can often be just below the surface. Maybe you feel like something is wrong, but you can’t express it. You don’t know for certain what bothers you or what it is that...
READ MORETips for graduates getting into the corporate sector
These quick tips should hopefully help the soon to be, or already graduates working in the corporate sector over tips to ensure they are well aligned to reach their goals through their first employment opportunity. Being in Golden Key means being in a circle of connections and opportunities to bring you a basket of...
READ MOREPregnancy and the workplace
How two words will change everything at work for you… For many professional women finding out they’re pregnant provides mixed feelings. Delight that you are about to become a mum but also shear dread as you know your world is about to change in more ways than one. As soon as the words “I’m...
READ MORETreating all conversations like an interview
Early in my career planning stage, I would watch Law films, several news channels and listen attentively to radio interviews as a family. At no point in this learning experience did I understand the importance of communication until I took up an opportunity to be a debutant for the Cancer Association for South Africa...
READ MOREUncertainty or an opportunity in disguise?
Everyone is talking about COVID-19 and dealing with uncertainty. Uncertainty often causes us to worry about what lies ahead in the future. It can make us anxious, confused, afraid of trying or failing. The COVID-19 pandemic has definitely brought with it an abundance of uncertainty. There has been a wide range of ripple effects...
READ MOREPrioritizing your time in a remote environment for improved mental health
Working in a remote environment can seem daunting. Holding yourself accountable takes discipline and a strong work ethic; holding yourself together while working or studying remotely can be an added stressor in an already hectic situation. Mental health seemingly does not go together with even thinking about the work that we accomplish every day....
READ MOREPersonal branding for college students: Take control of the narrative
Are you a college student looking for an internship or a job? Chances are, recruiters will look you up online at some point during the recruiting process. A recent survey suggests that over 90% of recruiters conduct online research on their potential candidates either before the interview or before making a formal offer for...
READ MOREWhat it means to teach firearms and tactics
Training law enforcement in firearms encompasses the ability to impart knowledge based on a foundation gained from events where firearms and tactics were used. Training as a result is increasingly challenging and in turn establishes a methodology of what elements need to be taught that are fluid to increase survivability. Being a firearms instructor...
READ MOREHow to be successful in the workplace
The workplace can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. On the exciting aspect, joining the workplace has new opportunities that bring joy and fulfillment to people. On the nerve-wracking aspect, the change in environment can bring overwhelming feelings. There are many ways to be successful in the workplace. Below are three ways...
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