You may have noticed in years past, or maybe in the last few days, that the five-o-clock shadow has taken up residence on the typically clean cut type. It's not just the fraternity brother and the guy rockin' the man bun who are seemingly sprouting Locks of Love... from their face, but your business colleague and even professor are suddenly lumbersexual. Men of all types are jumping on the facial hair bandwagon, and for good reason. Why you ask? The month of November ushers in 30 days of unshaven beards and mustaches in the name of men's health awareness. Putting away the razor and growing … [Read more...]
The Go-To Scholarship Guide
The whirlwind of college tours and applications is often accompanied by the looming question, "How am I going to pay for this?" When it comes to scholarship hunting, getting started is half the process. And the truth is, it is never too early to start looking for scholarships. (High school juniors, listen close!) With a little bit of hustle, you'll find that the scholarship hunt is well worth your while. We've created the timeline above to keep you on track and ready to graduate with a spectrum of scholarships to fund your future endeavors. Here are a few tips to remember as you begin the … [Read more...]
The Power Pose Guide: How to Feel and Exude Confidence
"Fake it until you become it," social psychologist Amy Cuddy tells us, as she explains how our non-verbals govern how we think about ourselves. In her Ted Talk, "Your body language shapes who you are," Cuddy dives into her research on body language and its power to transform our confidence. Cuddy found that when people strike a "power pose", or a stance that portrays confidence, the results are nothing short of mood-changing. When held for a mere 2 minutes, a power pose triggers hormonal changes that configure the brain to become more "assertive, confident, and comfortable." This means our … [Read more...]
Tips for Graduates: Launching Towards a Career
Even with a diploma in hand, the season after graduation can be a daunting one. If you are a college graduate who is uncertain of what next steps to take, don't fret! Here are some tips inspired by Career Contessa for maintaining career-driven momentum after graduation and finding a path that suits you: 1. Apply, Interview, Repeat Step out on a limb and submit applications for jobs that strike you with even the slightest bit of interest. Utilize website such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and CareerBuilder to keep updated with available opportunities, and keep your search broad so you have access … [Read more...]
Is the Creative Gap Holding you Back? Master your craft and minimize your doubt with these tips.
Written by student outlier, Nicole Steiner Nicole Steiner is a junior at Legend High School in Parker, Colorado. Her dream is to write novels that captivate and inspire her readers. Nicole's other passions include running, writing songs, singing and playing her guitar. She also enjoys delivering games to those in need through her community service project A Game For You. Nicole is the recipient of multiple awards, including five CCIRA Writing Awards, In addition, she received the distinct honor, of joining 100 other teens, chosen from 10,000 applicants to attend the 2015 Disney … [Read more...]
The Art of Constructive Criticism
What does the word "criticism" trigger for you? For many of us, we think of uncomfortable jabbing comments that either throw us into an immediate state of defense or send us running for the hills. If the idea makes you cringe, you will learn below that constructive criticism is a beneficial tool in the workplace and in our personal relationships. The ability to give and receive criticism is critical for anyone who is looking to continually learn and grow. As a professional in the workplace, your projects will be under heavy scrutiny when dollar signs are involved. The executive or worker … [Read more...]