Job searching is often described as a marathon, but for many, it can feel more like an uphill battle. The endless cycle of applications, rejections, and uncertainty can leave you feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, and emotionally drained. If you’re burnt out …
As a Latina executive who has navigated the complex landscape of corporate America for over two decades, I’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of diversity in leadership. Let me be clear: When Latinas lead, everyone wins. Period. But the journey …
Anne Do was recently visiting her cousin in San Francisco, California, for less than 48 hours. In that time, she made two cakes and a dozen French macarons.
“I told my family, ‘You won’t be seeing me for a while!’ …
It might be your first interview, or maybe you’ve lost count of how many you’ve had by now. Feeling nervous in a job interview happens to professionals at all levels, especially when that job opportunity means so much to you. Perhaps your …
Kristi Smith, President of the Maryland Region at Howard Hughes, credits a network of supportive women for playing a large part in her career progression. Before joining Howard Hughes in 2023, she was the Executive Vice President of Development at …
Breaking into a new industry can be stressful, even if you have the right skills. You may feel like you’re starting all over again since you’ll be competing against established professionals with more experience. Besides, you might need to rebuild …
Gaining real-life work experience in the US as an international student is a great opportunity to put your studies into practice. Research from the National Association of Colleges and Employers shows that 50-60% of interns are hired as full-time employees …
When Janett Baresel did her team’s performance reviews as their manager for the first time, she wasn’t sure she’d be good at it.
And she told them so.
“I talked to them and said, ‘Look, I’m probably more nervous than …
When Stephanie Johnson, currently an Information Security Manager at Freddie Mac, was just starting her career as an IT professional, she found herself sitting in her car one night after work asking herself, “Why am I not being heard? Should …
This week on The FourBlock Podcast, we welcome USAA’s* Military Affairs Relationship Director Charles “Chuck” Bunch, a 20+ year retired U.S. Air Force veteran who works alongside fellow retired officers and senior noncommissioned officers on USAA’s Military Affairs team to …
