Leila Parker
Bio
Newly graduated Industrial-Organizational Psychologist. I'm a cyclist who works, thinks and writes about workplace culture, behavior and self-motivation.
Stories (23/0)
Phone Job Interview Tips
A phone job interview is more relaxed and less stressful since you're not meeting in person. But you still need to be prepared and be educated on how to conduct yourself during the interview so you can give a killer interview and successfully get the job. By following these phone job interview tips you will impress the interviewer and are closer to get your dream job. As with anything in life you need to work hard to get what you want. So if you're very passionate about this job treat the phone interview seriously and prepare ahead of time.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Tough Lessons That Can Make You More Successful
For some people, success just seems to come naturally. But conquering your goals is something that takes daily commitment, dedication, and a lot of tough learning. Take a look at some of these lessons that can make you more successful, no matter how difficult they may be to learn.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Things That Can Destroy Your Career
Finding the perfect job can be difficult, and when you finally land the position you’ve dreamed of, you will need to keep in mind, and avoid, things that can destroy your career. While there are many habits that can help one exceed in the workplace, there are others that can be detrimental to your job, putting you at risk of being fired. It is important to always avoid doing things that can destroy your career.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Things You Should Never Do In an Interview
If you have reached the interview stage then your resume, cover letter and application have impressed the recruiter, and all that stands between you and a job is the interview. At this stage, it’s important not to give the wrong impression. To help you succeed at your next interview, here are some things you should never do in an interview.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
How to Know You’ve Chosen the Correct Career
The question of finding the right career is intimidating for even the most prepared and well rounded of us. Often, our expectations of our future careers can be widely exaggerated and unfounded. Facing the reality that your dream career may not be a dream at all is a difficult to do. Committing to a job or career path for the majority of your life isn’t a task to be taken lightly. It is difficult to find a balance between a job that is both personally fulfilling and work that is purposeful but it is extremely important to find work that you enjoy. Settling for a job or career path that you do not necessarily enjoy sets you up to become restless and yearn for more. If you are struggling with the decision to either move on or buckle down, the following tips will help you decide if you have found the right career.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Things Successful Women Don’t Do
Being a successful woman is a hard ask for women in today's society. The world is structured in such a way that only the strong and fittest have the chance to succeed. Many countries have been trying to make it easier for women to succeed by funding special scholarships and educational opportunities for women. However, these attempts are sometimes hindered by the stereotypical nature of cultural settings that treats women as weak and second to men. This attitude leaves no room for women to exercise their rights and show their skills. It is very difficult for women to succeed in such cultural settings. Women must work hard and do much more than men for them to succeed in any society. However, it is important to note that there are as many things that successful women don't do as things they must do to succeed.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Words Sales People Use to Close the Deal
The words that sales people use to close a deal can be simple solutions to boosting sales, whether you are dealing in physical goods or rendering services. This is the secret those marketing gurus will never tell you. Sales people who know this secret are gaining an edge over their competitors and taking home thousands of dollars in profit, while their business counterparts are struggling and crawling on the ground. We want your business to rise and shine.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Qualities of a Great Company
"Leadership is the art of giving people a platform for spreading ideas that work." While there are many key elements that define a great company, such as hierarchy and setting defined goals, leadership is also an important installment in the things that set the foundation of a successful business. Like many things in life, there are great companies, and there are many more not so great companies. Opinions vary on what the key elements of building and maintaining a great corporate culture are. The truth is that there are thousands upon thousands of contributing factors to the achievement of a strong institution. Many of these are both technical and subject to the time and demographic they are part of. The following key elements are more than just mechanical or subjective. They are the timeless and classic aspects to a great company. True success is the realization of all of them, as no one particular aspect can overwhelm the collective process achieved through these things that define a great company.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Things You Don't Owe Your Boss
With an uncertain job market and less full-time work available than ever, it can be difficult to know how to find the right work-life balance. There is a myth in many industries and specific jobs that in order for someone to be successful, they need to dedicate absolutely everything to their work. This can lead to long work hours, emotional burnout, and health impacts. Our boss is our primary source of professional feedback, and often the gatekeeper to new opportunities and positions. Unfortunately, some employers will take advantage of eager workers and an unstable job market, and push you into doing more and spending more time at your job. As a result, the onus is on you to make sure you strike a work-life balance that makes you happy. It can be hard to know where to draw the line and where to set boundaries, but there are certain life priorities that work can’t supersede, and we’ve put together a list of things that you don’t owe your boss in your quest for success.
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Signs You’re A Unicorn Employee
What are the signs you’re a unicorn employee? Or could you spot one amidst the long humdrum line in the labor force? Once in a while, someone will present himself out of the dark recesses of the office, a mythical creature brought in by luck or providence. Don’t bother to find this person. He or she will most likely find you, and with him or her, all the innovation and clarity needed to bring your company to the next level. The unicorn employee will not only refine your business model. He will redefine it, and even break it all together. This could be you, or someone close to you. When you spot one, don’t be afraid to learn as much as you can. An encounter with a beautiful anomaly needs to be studied and emulated. Excited to know of the signs you’re a unicorn employee?
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal
Bad Habits To Break To Be More Productive
They say it takes 21 days to break a habit. Three weeks to stop a behavior that you may have been doing your whole life. But if there's any time to break a habit, it's now. Habits to break to be more productive vary from putting down your phone, avoiding procrastinating and adjusting from a multi-tasking machine to a more focused person. Working smarter can help you accomplish more in a day, both inside and outside of the office. Stop sabotaging your work day and personal life with bad habits and
By Leila Parker7 years ago in Journal