Career Planning 101: How to Set Yourself Up for Success Post-Layoff

A layoff can shake more than your income—it can shake your confidence, identity, and sense of direction. One day you’re managing deadlines, meetings, and responsibilities.The next, you’re staring at an inbox that suddenly feels… quiet. If you’ve recently been laid off, let’s get one thing straight: A layoff is not a reflection of your value, … Continue reading Career Planning 101: How to Set Yourself Up for Success Post-Layoff

The Ultimate Resume Guide for Laid-Off Professionals

Read this before you send out one more application. Let’s keep it all the way real. A layoff is not a reflection of your talent, your value, or your capability.But you know what is a reflection of all of that? Your resume... And unfortunately, most laid-off professionals are out here trying to bounce back with … Continue reading The Ultimate Resume Guide for Laid-Off Professionals

Resume Hacks to Get Interviews Faster (Even After a Layoff)

If you’ve been recently laid off, I know the job hunt can feel like trying to sprint through quicksand. Everyone keeps telling you to “update your resume,” but nobody tells you how to update it so employers actually call you back. Here’s the truth:Recruiters are skimming hundreds of resumes at warp speed. If yours doesn’t … Continue reading Resume Hacks to Get Interviews Faster (Even After a Layoff)

Way to Know If You Need HR Support (Even as a Small Business)

If you’re a small business owner or a one-person empire with a growing team, here’s the truth: HR isn’t just for big companies with corporate cafeterias and a whole floor of compliance people. HR is simply the people side of your business—how you hire, manage, pay, protect, and grow your team. When that side gets … Continue reading Way to Know If You Need HR Support (Even as a Small Business)

Top Tools to Kickstart Your Freelancing Career as a GenZer

If you're a GenZer trying to figure out how to make money on your own terms, you’re not alone. The 9-to-5 grind isn’t for everyone—and that’s okay. Freelancing is booming, and more of your generation is jumping in headfirst. Whether you're fresh out of school, in between jobs, or just tired of clocking in for … Continue reading Top Tools to Kickstart Your Freelancing Career as a GenZer

Is Working Overemployment Still Possible in 2025 or Will RTO Mandate End It?

As we step into 2025, the workplace landscape is undergoing significant transformations, particularly concerning remote work, overemployment, and return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Let's delve into these developments and their implications for professionals navigating this evolving environment. Overemployment: Juggling Multiple Remote Roles The term "overemployment" refers to individuals holding multiple full-time remote jobs simultaneously, a trend that … Continue reading Is Working Overemployment Still Possible in 2025 or Will RTO Mandate End It?

From Aprons to Ambitions: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome When Returning to the Workforce as a Former Housewife

Transitioning from managing a household to stepping back into the workforce can feel like walking into a completely different world. For years, you’ve juggled schedules, resolved crises (because, let’s be real, family life has no shortage of those), and perfected your multi-tasking game. But when it comes to applying those skills in a professional setting, … Continue reading From Aprons to Ambitions: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome When Returning to the Workforce as a Former Housewife

How to Handle a Toxic Employer After an Interview: Actionable Steps to Protect Yourself

Job interviews are a two-way street. Sure, you're trying to impress the employer, but you should also be evaluating if the company is a good fit for you. Unfortunately, sometimes the warning signs of a toxic employer pop up during the interview process. From vague answers about company culture to interviewers who talk down to … Continue reading How to Handle a Toxic Employer After an Interview: Actionable Steps to Protect Yourself

Navigating the Return-to-Office Mandate with MentorShelly Career Services

https://www.youtube.com/live/82iIMZj6k7w?si=lipX6gOxb-btMx6l As the dust settles on the global pandemic, a new storm brews in the corporate world: the return-to-office mandate. This policy has become a polarizing topic, highlighting a significant divide between employer expectations and employee desires for flexibility and autonomy. While some view the return to a physical office as a step towards normalcy … Continue reading Navigating the Return-to-Office Mandate with MentorShelly Career Services

The Surprising Truth About Employers and Remote Work

https://youtu.be/5ABXguE3HxQ We will watch and review a company's remote work policy and their strong sense of openness and collaboration. Video Reacted Why are some employers implementing return to the office mandates? In 2023, some employers are implementing return-to-office mandates for a variety of reasons. One key factor is the belief that in-person interactions foster better … Continue reading The Surprising Truth About Employers and Remote Work