Disposable income. Flexibility. Personal development. And the freedom to fail. If those statements strike a chord with you, you’re not alone. Today’s 30-somethings are increasingly looking for [...]
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The CBCF Annual Legislative Conference ( also known as CBC Weekend 2019) is set to take place September 11 -15, 2019 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This year's theme, 400 Years: [...]
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How much do you know about the financial planning process? We all want to save more, invest more, and ultimately make more. And after reaching the six-figure mark (and beyond), our priorities [...]
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Every few months, Jenny Castillo packs her bags and jets off to another country. She’s leaving to go meet up with friends, attend wellness retreats, and satisfy a gnawing urge to travel. The [...]
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It’s easy to get sidetracked with deadlines, a calendar of events, and a constant drive to reach higher heights. But if you’re looking to recenter and refocus your mid-year goals, reading a good [...]
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Let’s talk about the power of language. We're all looking for massive success in life. But while some have cracked the code, others are left confused and lagging in the dust. Indulge me for a [...]
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Get clear about your path to career advancement, find mentors, and build a network of your peers. Do all of this and more by attending a leadership development conference this year. Ready to be [...]
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In the last few years, I’ve had dozens and dozens of in-person and over the phone interviews. Those experiences– both good and bad– taught me the critical and often overlooked [...]
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With the Women’s EmpowerX Expo just around the corner, the District is brimming with leadership development opportunities at every turn. For the next few months you'll be able to grab your [...]
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aToday’s employers are checking for a special set of skills you may have never heard of. Employability skills, also known as soft skills, are criteria public companies use to evaluate candidates [...]
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What comes next after reaching your career goals? Today, Keenan Austin Reed serves as the Chief of Staff for Congressman Donald McEachin. To some, Reed’s path to a chief of staff role may seem [...]
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For the last 18 years, Edelman’s Senior Vice President of Recruitment Alyssa Boule has served large, client-centered organizations as a recruiting specialist capable of spotting the perfect [...]
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Hailing from the artsy, family-focused Takoma Park, MD neighborhood, 32-year-old Milan Durham is the founder of the kombucha brand of the moment– Cultured Kombucha. Made exclusively in D.C. [...]
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Summer internships are no longer just for newbies. Whether you’re a college student looking to gain experience or a professional looking to switch careers– internships can play a pivotal [...]
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Ever wonder what Silicon Valley and the endless slew of tech jobs coming to Washington, DC look for in their candidates? We caught up with Yelp Sales Recruiter Kendall Sims for some insider tips [...]
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A first home buyer might be surprised to know how much stress goes into the process. Buying real estate will likely be the most daunting and expensive purchase of your adult life. To make matters [...]
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What exactly should you write in that thank you letter for interview? If you're dusting off your job search skills and find yourself stumped when it comes to choosing the most effective language, [...]
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Whether you’re looking for business networking opportunities, a mentor, co-founder, or just new friends, you won’t need to look far to find the right fit. Technology puts networking at our [...]
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New year, new goals, new you. If you're looking to raise your salary or just find a new job altogether, brushing up on in-demand skills is one of the smartest ways to invest in yourself. The [...]
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Since their inception Cooley Law has made a name for themselves through a culture of innovation and dreaming big. So it's no surprise their launch of AAEx–the African American Executive [...]
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