You do you ??

Hey there! People are thinking about their career trajectories differently these days. This week, a new article from Forbes explored how employees are increasingly eschewing the corporate ladder. Many are carving out less linear paths based on what they want their jobs and lives to look like, and that’s great. Others, however, are influenced by more concerning factors – think burnout and "dry" promotions – which companies must address to avoid leaving promising talent on the table.?

?Meanwhile, plenty of others are still eyeing a spot near the top, and that’s great too! If you’re one of them, I've got a useful guide on leveraging your comms experience to pursue a leadership position. Also this week: battling workplace loneliness and an upcoming webinar you'll want to check out (you may recognize one of the speakers). Let’s dive in!

Transformation teachings ???

I hope you’ll join me and some fabulous fellow speakers for a much-anticipated Sideways 6 webinar on Tues, Nov. 19th . The topic is AI-driven transformation, and there's so much to discuss and learn! Register today so you don’t miss out on the latest tips, tools, and insights.??

They're good, thanks ??

We all want to rise in the ranks at work, right? Not so much. Only 38% of individual contributors aspire to be managers, with many opting for not-so-linear career paths. This article examines the trend , citing several factors from “dry” promotions to the normalization of job-hopping.?

A comms career crash course ???

Are you a communicator looking to elevate your role, either now or sometime in the future? This guide, penned by IC expert Delaney Rebernik , has all you need to know about taking your career to the next level. Get your free copy to start making moves, or at least planning them.?

Lessons to lessen loneliness ???

Workplace loneliness is far too common and has widespread impacts on everything from healthcare costs to turnover. This article by two experts on the subject uses research to bust common myths, propose a method to measure loneliness at work, and offer actionable solutions.

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