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Why companies use IQ tests and how to do well in them

Most large corporations use tests, similar to IQ tests, to select candidates. Performing well on an IQ test may be the difference between getting hired or not, or getting a promotion. What are key strategies to score higher in IQ tests? Tips from an IQ tests creator. 
Carol Constant
August 13, 2023
Career

The importance of networking

When we think about our careers, we tend to look inwards rather than what’s around us. Sometimes it seems like all that matters when moving forward is our experience and hard skills. What we tend to forget is that our surroundings and the people we interact with also play a huge role in shaping our paths.Let’s take a look at why networking shouldn’t be overlooked and how the Femme Palette programs can help you build and broaden your circles!
Femme Palette
August 13, 2023
Career

How to deal with microaggression

Have you heard of microaggression before? Maybe it's something you have experienced yourself or even told to others without actually knowing it. To understand the issue better, let's figure out what microaggression is and how to deal with it.
Julia Gumeniuk
August 13, 2023
Career

5 Femme Palette podcast episodes that will inspire you

Podcasts represent a meaningful tool for discussing some of today’s burning issues. They can make us stop and take in the world around us, motivate us to think deeper and draw inspiration. Our very own Femme Palette podcast aims to do exactly that.For this year’s new series of our On Air podcast, we invited two guests to each session to share their point of view on important themes and help us learn and grow. Here are five examples of some highly inspirational episodes.
Femme Palette
August 13, 2023
Career

5 lessons learned during 5 years in a corporate company

Are you planning to work for a corporation? Or do you already work for one and you’re wondering how to get more out of your current role? Here are my tips which I have learnt from the last five years in working for one of them.
Evelin Biro
August 13, 2023
Career

Why you should pause and how to do it

I used to be constantly in a rush, managing a million things. Not only did I have an overflowing to-do list; I actually had a number of them. Days were too short, and I couldn’t even properly switch off during the night. Weekends or holidays were the same. I had this nagging inner voice reminding me of the outstanding matters that needed to be done. Don’t get me wrong, I loved what I was doing. Part of me enjoyed being involved in exciting stuff, meeting people, travelling. But as the pace was manic, I was exhausted and fragile. 
Lucie Kovacova
August 13, 2023
Career

What to do when you're being harassed at work

Harassment is not an easy topic. Although it doesn't get to be discussed openly, physical, digital, or sexual harassment still happens from time to time at every workplace. What to do if you or someone you know become a person who is being harassed by a coworker? There are several steps in the process – make sure to get through them, speak out, and don't hesitate to seek help. You're not alone! 
Julia Gumeniuk
August 13, 2023