According to the American Psychological Association, the country is facing a mental health crisis that could yield serious health and social ..read more

By Alysia Eve   It’s no secret having children impacts our lives at home and in the workplace. It can feel like ..read more

By Leona Vaughn, Everyday Health Three years ago, Hil Moss says she was lounging around, casually watching television and relaxing when she ..read more

By Jasmine Tiffany   In the world of gymnastics, where precision meets grace, Simone Biles has etched her name into the books ..read more

By Natalie Rodgers You may be able to impress a hiring manager with your resume, but can you pass the ATS test? Over the last several years, many companies have begun using applicant tracking system (ATS) software to review resumes before they are given to an actual human. This software is designed to weed out the resumes with irrelevant experience and pass along the ones deemed applicable by a pre-determined system. Unfortunately, technology isn’t perfect and can discard your resume even if you’re an excellent fit for the position. While there isn’t a foolproof way to ensure that your resume ..read more

The Flash uses his superpowers to travel back in time, inadvertently altering the future – but will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe? https://www.warnerbros.com/movies/flash Facebook/Twitter @TheFlash Instagram @DCTheFlash  #TheFlashMovie The post The Flash appeared first on Professional Woman’s Magazine | The Working Woman’s Magazine ..read more

Are you looking to start your own business? Or maybe you’re already a business owner, but need additional funds to get your ideas in action? Whatever the case, there are numerous government and independently funded opportunities specifically designed for aiding Black businesses. Here are some of the ones that you should know about: Certification If you aren’t already a certified minority, women, veteran or LGBTQ+ business owner, then you’ll definitely want to consider obtaining one of these certifications. While many of these programs require a fee through the certification process, they offer ..read more

Most employers want to hire people with experience. But how do you get experience if you can’t get hired? It’s a classic bind. One solution is to volunteer or do other unpaid work. You’ll gain skills and practical experiences. You’ll also gain references and a better understanding of your work preferences and talents. And all of those will improve your chances of getting hired. Here are five types of unpaid (usually—sometimes you can get paid) work experiences:   Volunteer work To volunteer actually means to work without being paid. There are opportunities to volunteer in every community ..read more

Whether you own a business that employs hundreds of employees or are running a company with one other person, it’s important to establish workplace policies. Though it’s not required for some small businesses to have written procedures on these policies, having them in place can provide a sense of protection for workers’ rights and serve as a reminder for what is and isn’t appropriate in the workplace. From discrimination and harassment to accommodations and beyond, here is what you need to include when drafting your workplace policies:   General Non-Discrimination Policy Under the Equal ..read more

By Jeff Haden Success, in whatever way you choose to define “success,” comes down to what you do—over and over again. But every action starts with a decision. That’s why most successful people have a process for making decisions. Oprah Winfrey decides which bridges to cross and which to burn. Jeff Bezos spends little time weighing the pros and cons of easily reversible decisions. Steve Jobs felt trusting himself made all the difference. Good stuff, but there’s an even easier way to start making better decisions. Just th ..read more