How to Kick off Your Business Career in 1 Year
How could you possibly launch a career in business in 1 year? It seems impossible in a world where the degree is still supported by most. And if you just look at the “degree required” qualification on almost any job description, the prospects of a career in business can seem daunting. But business is on […]
5 Ways to Step up Your Game in 2020
The 10’s decade has come to a close. What kind of a mark have you left on the world? Or, more importantly, what kind of mark are you going to leave on the world? The people that make the biggest impression aren’t often the ones that do one big thing that changes the world. Often, […]
7 Gap Year Programs to Try Out in 2020
Once you’ve talked your decision over with your family and settled on taking a year away from school, where can you start? Thankfully, there are many programs that you can complete while taking a gap year. Want to get work experience? There’s a program for that! Want to travel? Build wilderness skills? Volunteer? If you’re […]
30 Podcasts for Curious Minds in 2020
So you call yourself a lifelong learner? What’s the best way to expand your mind, explore new concepts, and engage with big ideas? Podcasts! They’re great to listen to on your way to work, while running errands, or even when chilling at home. In no specific order, here are some of the best podcasts that […]
A Case Study in Workflows and Productivity: Chuck Grimmett
How to be productive: Know what you need to get done Prioritize and schedule your work Build habits and routines Learn how to get back on track when you fall off your schedule Add tools to increase your productivity and efficiency This week on Praxis Monday, we were joined by Chuck Grimmett, a former team […]
How can I find a job I don’t hate?
Why Do I Hate My Job? If you’re like most people, chances are you’ve worked a retail, food service, or 9-5 office job at some point in your life. We usually view these kinds of jobs as temporary placeholders as we envision ourselves moving onto bigger, greater things. However, many of us have also found […]
8 Things I Learned After 2 Months on the Job Hunt
In almost two months, I interviewed for eleven companies (mostly startups) and had twenty-one interviews in total before I finally landed a job. It’s been a lot of work but throughout the process I’ve learned so much. I’m currently at the end of a six-month-long professional development boot camp called Praxis. Throughout the six months, […]
Praxis Alumni on Successful Sales Careers
This week at Praxis, we were joined by three Praxis alumni (all successful sales professionals!) for a roundtable-style discussion on the elements of a successful sales career. We covered: How to build trust and rapport with your customer How to go from amateur to sales professional How to know your audience How to write scripts […]
A Praxian’s Guide to Remote Work
As I talk with more and more people entering the workforce a common thread I hear is “I want a job where I can work remotely.” The remote workforce is taking the job market by storm. A question many young people should be asking then is, “How do I prepare now to work remotely later?” […]
3 Beliefs You’ll Need to Succeed as an Entrepreneur
We love studying the practices of successful entrepreneurs. We mimic their morning routines, steal their strategies, and try all the tools they tout. These are valuable insights, but there’s more we can learn from elite startup founders. While we’re busy absorbing their methods, we should also examine their mindsets. To find success as an entrepreneur, […]
Why Everyone Should Learn the Art and Science of Troubleshooting
Do you think of a PC when someone mentions troubleshooting? When the computer leaves you hanging, you analyze and troubleshoot the problem and work your way down a list of possible causes until you find the right one. As you test possible solutions, you will eventually find a fix that gets you back to a […]
The Four Tiers of Documenting Your Work
In this week’s Praxis Monday session, we talked about the art of documenting your work — more specifically, how to document your work in a way that hiring managers care about. At Praxis, we talk a lot about the importance of documentation. If you don’t document it, no one knows it exists — and if […]
This Week in Praxis | The Praxis Sales Mastermind
For this week’s recap, Praxis alum Nick Rundlett is taking over to give us a peek into one of the longest-lasting groups in Praxis: the sales mastermind. Since April 2017, the top dedicated salespeople in Praxis have been coming together in this group to sharpen their skills and learn from each other. Mastermind groups offer […]
Is Praxis Worth It? Insight from a Praxis Grad
Hi, I’m Hope Szymanski, a Praxis grad. I create value in people’s lives both personally and professionally by using my great people skills and my acquired hard skills. I am an excellent problem solver, I enjoy a good challenge, and I’m always willing to learn. In my free time I enjoy reading, writing novels and […]
5 Spy Techniques to Steal for Your Career Launch
My colleague Sara Morrison is a professional Googler. This basically means that she can quickly and easily find information about any company, idea, person, or product. If anyone’s in the need-to-know, it’s her. This got me to thinking about some spy techniques that you can use for your career launch. Because, let’s face it, most […]