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Be curious and negotiate for what you’re worth

May 21, 2025 by crystal

The After Work Hangout S1E3 podcast with host Crystal Lee and guest Sholeh Atash.

Listen to the full episode Apple · Spotify · YouTube If you want to grow your career and get paid more, this episode of The After Work Hangout is for you. Sholeh Atash provides practical advice on how to negotiate for what you’re worth. Having worked her way up from a web developer to a […]

Filed Under: Interview, Networking, Podcast Tagged With: mentorship, networking, salary negotiation

Take care of your future by learning about money and earning more

April 16, 2025 by crystal

The After Work Hangout S1E2 podcast with host Crystal Lee and guest Darlene Ma

Listen to the full episode Apple · Spotify · YouTube This episode of The After Work Hangout is all about the growth opportunities that come with changing careers. Darlene Ma transitioned from teaching in a classroom to managing projects in tech—a shift that pushed her to recognize her worth beyond productivity. Along the way, she […]

Filed Under: Career Direction, Podcast, Self-Care Tagged With: career change, networking, salary negotiation

Steps to Help You Find Your First Job in a New Field

April 18, 2024 by crystal

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Finding your first job in a new field is tough when you don’t have experience or connections yet. Career changers exploring new industries, newcomers seeking work in unfamiliar territory, and new grads trying to launch a career – don’t give up! This article is for you. Read on for steps that will help you get […]

Filed Under: Cover Letter, Interview, Job Search, Networking, Resume Tagged With: career change, imposter syndrome, job search, networking

7 Years of Career Support Started Over a Coffee Chat

March 20, 2024 by crystal

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My LinkedIn inbox is chiming with activity. Maybe it’s because it’s spring. Students are graduating soon and figuring out what’s next. Job seekers are coming out of winter hibernation and looking for greener pastures. Everyone wants to connect. Inevitably, someone I’ve just met will ask me to refer them to a job. No getting to […]

Filed Under: Community, Networking Tagged With: career support, coffee chat, networking

22 Ways You Can Ask For Help With Your Job Search

September 25, 2023 by crystal

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Job searching can be an isolating experience. Sitting by your computer browsing job boards in your pajamas isn’t necessarily the social event of the season. And when you get the 50th “thank you for your application” rejection note and there’s no one around you to vent to, it’s easy to feel frustrated, discouraged, and all […]

Filed Under: Community, Job Search, Networking Tagged With: job search, networking

Want to get a response? Network like you’re human

August 7, 2023 by crystal

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You’ve heard all the benefits of networking and you’re ready to give it a try. You create a LinkedIn profile and finally hit “send” on your first message to someone with an intriguing career path. You wait eagerly for a response. But one day turns into one week, and two weeks later, your inbox is […]

Filed Under: Networking Tagged With: coffee chat, informational interview, networking

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