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 empowered? Here are the best conferences and networking events happening around the country this year. Monday, June 17-Tuesday, June 18 2019 […]
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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 components of a great interview. While most interview guides focus on researching the company, this one goes a step further. These tips are tools that […]
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A short walk away from the hustle and bustle that surrounds the Columbia Heights metro, you’ll find new Italian restaurant, Napoli Pasta Bar. Situated on Sherman Avenue, the restaurant is nestled between a cluster of row homes. Which gives it a welcoming, neighborhood feel. Opened just over one year, the restaurant has already received rave reviews. […]
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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 business cards, and get ready to network with like-minded women from around the country. Here is a list of networking events where you can collaborate […]
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In our new series, Itinerary, we do the heavy lifting of planning your perfect day. Now all you have to do is sit back, and assemble your crew. As quickly as summer comes, it goes. Make the best of every rooftop-worthy day in Washington, D.C. by exploring the city limits. This itinerary has you start […]
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Today’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 for a wide range of job functions. In Washington, DC government jobs make up about 38% of the city’s employment. Understanding the core skills […]
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I am about to do something that shakes me to my core…repeat Kendall Jenner. She has adopted the Shane Koyczan quote “If you can’t see anything beautiful in yourself, get a better mirror.” Believe it or not, this is not just deeply profound, but rooted in brain science. The human brain relies on the five […]
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It’s no secret that the mid-career slump can hit hard. But the day to day grind of the work week can lead to major success, depending on how you choose to spend your time. Instead of letting the days crawl to a close, make a plan to win the work week with these actionable strategies: […]
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Sometimes I think I’m just as temperamental as D.C. weather. When it’s cold, I beg for summer. And when summer finally comes, I long for the areas signature hot and muggy air to get cold again. Yet one surefire gain to Washington’s climbing temperatures, is sitting atop a well-appointed rooftop, cold cocktail in hand. The Best […]
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For the purposes of this article, I wanted to be clear (for myself and for you) on what a proper sabbatical looks like. What is a Sabbatical? The dictionary defines sabbatical as a period of paid leave granted to a university teacher or other worker for study or travel. Traditionally one year for every seven years […]
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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 unlikely. With a business degree from Florida A&M, she got her start as a necktie buyer for Macy’s. Soon after, she […]
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Just Google the term ‘Imposter Syndrome’ and you’ll find hundreds of TEDTalks, articles, and blogs covering this well-documented, and much-explored human experience. The psychological feeling of being an imposter at work, at home, and even at play are rooted in deeply traumatic experiences like childhood emotional and physical abuse. Heavy things. And yet, despite […]
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When it comes to new DuPont circle bars on the scene, consider bar Doyle the lofty destination for fans of European style, superior service, and imaginative cocktail menus. Formerly known as Bar Dupont, bar Doyle was designed by renowned Swedish architect Martin Brudnizk and New York-based designer Clodagh. Situated inside the DuPont Circle hotel, Bar Doyle […]
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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 resume in less than 10 seconds. Edelman is a global public relations firm with over 6,000 employees worldwide. Boasting countless awards and clients like Jaden Smith’s JUST Water, […]
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shamera Robinson knows how hard it can be to eat a healthy breakfast on a busy morning. “Growing up as an Army brat, I was forced to move to a new state or country every three years,” says Robinson. But despite always being on the go, Robinson was determined to reach her healthiest […]
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Finding the perfect 30th birthday idea can be like finding a needle in a haystack. But celebrate we must. From the perfect location to the perfect theme, we’ve broken down some of the best things to do and places to go for a night you’ll be talking about for years to come. Here’s our curated […]
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Is there anything better than a great restaurant with an amazing happy hour to boot? Our Old Town restaurant guide is an ode to happy hour enthusiasts. After an especially long work week that seemed like it’d never end, scan through this curated list for the place to wash your cares away. The Best Happy Hours […]
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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. we caught up with Durham to learn more about her entrepreneurship journey, launching in D.C., and how she creates new flavors for her spin on the fizzy, […]
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In 2010, Brittany Wells– an Intelligence Community Recruiter and blogger— was desperate for a way to cope. Riddled with anxiety, the 32-year-old was struggling through a toxic marriage and felt out of control. Yoga, like a beam of light, became her lifeline. “If it wasn’t for yoga, I wouldn’t have had the strength to leave […]
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If you’re weighing where to spend your precious moments outside of work, know that Washington, DC’s Cherry Blossom Festival is a solid contender. During peak bloom (estimated to be between April 04-17), the streets are lined with Japanese cherry blossoms, pop-up bars and restaurants abound, and a once sleepy city becomes alive. The Cherry Blossom […]
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