Author: Kandice Whitaker
If years were rated like restaurants, 2020 would receive a one-star rating; with comments like “I chose one star, because a half star wasn’t an option”. The long shadow cast by the COVID-19 pandemic, transformed employee relations in corporate America. The diminished supply of available resources, with steady demand, spawned a paradigm shift toward requiring employers to entertain the previously unattended motivations of the majority; or the average worker. This post-shutdown boost to significance afforded options to workers. Workers sought better wages and flexible work arrangements while some employers resisted. In 2021, “People don’t want to work” the battle cry of…
Social media is a powerful tool and I’m sure you’ve heard about the five things trend. Of course, I wanted to provide my commentary on five things I’d never do…. I realized a few things; some of you may not be on TikTok, and may have missed that important post, but also in one minute I wasn’t able to provide context for my tips. A blog will allow us time and space to explore each tip. My five tips were garnered from my own professional experience. Hopefully, these tips will prove to be helpful navigating corporate; especially for those of…
If you follow me on social media you probably already know two weeks ago, my daughter and I were involved in an active shooting event in Austin, Texas. (If you’re interested in hearing the full story, I recorded a Facebook live video on that day) Thankfully, Anaia and I are physically well but are forever changed. I am super grateful for the love and support of my village for walking with us through this difficult season. I am believing “…that all things work together for good…” (Romans 8:28). In the weeks since the shooting, I’ve taken some time to reconnect with…
Social media is full of memes for affirming self-worth and building confidence. Truth is, if we’re really honest most of us have moments, days or even months where we are not feeling our most confident and secure. That’s a quintessential part of the human experience, so “how is that related to negotiation?” I believe how you evaluate your skills, abilities and talents is directly related to your bargaining position in negotiation. If you do not hold your time and talent in esteem in negotiation, you’re less likely to consider the inherent value of said time and talents. Building your self-esteem…
Baking is one of my favorite things to do. Truth be told, I bake more for other than myself, but this recipe is a personal favorite. Coconut is my happy place thus this is one of my favorite recipes to prepare for gatherings anytime of year. Coconut Pound Cake Here’s everything you’ll need to make one in a tube or bundt (9″-10″) pan. Section 1: What you’ll need Baking spray Tube or bundt pan Dry ingredients 4 cups flour 4 teaspoons baking power 1 teaspoon salt Wet ingredients 3 cups sugar 1½ cup (3 sticks) butter, room temperature 6 large…
The crux of being in debt is that you need more money. I have always questioned recommendations to get a second job as a long-term solution for a number of reasons, but most importantly that suggestion does not make sense mathematically. Let’s consider the real cost of maintaining a second job: the second job’s hourly rate, minus gas costs, minus transportation costs and minus meals at a job where you will probably earn less money. Imagine the physical and emotional price of working an additional ten to twenty hours weekly long term.My best advice is to change careers or get…
Take a personal inventory of your job, “Do you feel tired all the time? Are you burned out or are you bored with your current positions? Those are all indications that you should freshen up your resumé and circulate your resumé. Not certain if getting a new job is the right thing to do. I have been there; I think we all have. There are definitely some telltale signs that suggest seeking employment is the way to go. Before you update your LinkedIn profile and freshen up your resumé here’s some tried and true advice for guaranteed success on your…