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I have been talking about the importance of having the right visibility at work in the past in different posts. That’s because exposure to the right people is power. It’s a key part of getting ahead at work and securing your next promotion. That’s why today I wanted to focus on that and share 3 actionable tips to help you […]
I am so excited to share this post today because it’s all about my journey with buying preloved luxury items. And really, making one of the most exciting purchases from this year. And I shopped quite a bit this year. I managed to score a great deal for my very first preloved luxury item. And truth is, I am immensely […]
I often talk about decision-making as a key skill for getting ahead. And it truly is, both in our professional lives but also in the personal sphere. Like everyone, I sometimes struggle to make decisions as fast as I’d like to and spend too much time overthinking. Over the years, I’ve discovered and used different decision-making framework, and below are […]
Over the last few years, I’ve helped quite a few friends prepare for job interviews, and I myself have also directly hired a few people. Currently, I also sit on panel interviews for open positions in my team, so I’ve seen my fair share of interviews. With that said, today I wanted to put together my top 6 tips to […]
As I’m working through my 2023 wishlist, I’m back with another review. This time, it’s the Hermes Oran sandals, which have been on my wishlist for a while. Since we are talking wishlists, I also did a recap of my Q1 purchases and thoughts on shopping in this post, and a Q2 recap here, so this should not be major […]
I did my Q1 shopping review here, and as Q2 is approaching an end, I thought it was time for another review and to show you what’s new in my wardrobe. For most of the quarter, I kept a tight grip on shopping. However, as summer hit Berlin, I realized I needed a few new versatile pieces to rotate in […]
I’ve had the Chanel slingback shoes on my wishlist for years. Literally. The last iteration of my wishlist, shared in this post, of course also contains them. Since we are talking wishlists, I also did a recap of my Q1 purchases and thoughts on shopping in this post, so this should not be major news. However, I wanted to take […]
As a Product Manager, every day is a hustle. It’s a hectic yet rewarding career, that teaches you that you have to apply some productivity hacks because making the most of your time is key to succeeding. Everyone wants a piece of the Product Manager. A new feature request, wanting to get a peek into what’s coming next, sharing some […]
Our to-do lists grow only bigger and bigger by the day. I know that’s the case for me, and I’m sure also for many of you. I proactively try to assess the type of work I am doing. And I ask myself iif I am focusing on the right thing. In the Product world, this is essential, but not only. […]
I’ve been sharing my learnings and thoughts from my own career advancement for quite some time already. Looking back, I realized I’ve always somewhat geared it toward fast growth. But something I’ve learned along the way as a by-product of the fast growth, is the feeling of autonomy over your work life. And a thought I always had is that […]
I had a random thought the other day, and I thought why don’t I share it here on the blog, and make a seldom career coffee chat post. So here we are. Something I’ve always felt very proud of throughout my career has been the feeling of being in the driver’s seat when it comes to my career and work […]
I have recently helped some friends prepare for job interviews and it served as a reminder of how important the prep work is ahead of an interview. In the past, I’ve hired a few people and currently, I also sit on panel interviews for open positions in my team, so I’ve seen my fair share of interviews. One thing that […]
I am super excited to do a home office desk setup tour. Nowadays I work mostly from home. My company has a hybrid work policy, albeit a very relaxed one. I am required to go to the office 2-3 times a month, but that’s not enforced tightly. However, I like being in the office and also meeting my team in […]
Salary cuts are usually seen as a step back. From a financial perspective, and if you look at it very plainly it indeed is; you will have less money in the bank. However, I am here to tell you that it doesn’t have to always be a bad move. It’s also something that you can play to your advantage and […]
I have talked about drawing boundaries at work in the past in different forms. And today I wanted to share 4 things I’ve done over the years to set boundaries at work that can be helpful if you’re struggling with it. Now, let me start by saying that I’ve been there. I’ve worked crazy hours for a good few years. […]