18 Jul Navigating Career Risks and Doubts
Brooklyn Letters
1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn
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We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old -
Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
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I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
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Excellent services, caring therapists.
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Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
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We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
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We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
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The company is great with outstanding customer service. They keep my horses protected. I have recommended them to other horses trainers as well that are going to get service early next year. Very professional an honest too. Respectfully … More submitted Christopher
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Ron and Ken did a fantastic job with our security system today. Installed everything very quick. Both of them were very polite and asked us throughout if the installation met our needs. Simply fantastic!
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I called Cornerstone Protection to get a Security system at a relatives out of state property, within a week it was installed! The installers worked with the client to help understand her new system and she was happy! Our relative said … More they were courteous, professional and patient! I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection for all of your security needs!
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Had blink cameras; Car was broken into multiple times so I called CornerStone & they were able to install multiple cameras very quickly & for a reasonable price. I am so happy with the app & getting alerts that are not superfluous, … More like they were with Blink. Highly recommend CornerStone & the tech Ronnie.
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Ron and Ken are great guys to work with.
Both were very knowledgeable and got our system back up and running.
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Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
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Amazing assistance provided by Shannon today on my security system. I’m so grateful for your prompt, efficient, professional, and courteous service. Put me down as a customer for life!
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One of the most painless experiences I've had. They came on time and was over the moon professional with still keeping a level of personability to it. The gentleman also went out of his way to say that my husband and Mines business … More was appreciated. Which is actually rare to be appreciated by such a great company. So thank you and we look forward to continuing services with this company.
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I am so happy we decided to go with cornerstone. They were quick and efficient. Shannon and the installer we very friendly. We got a lot of equipment and it was still within our budget. 10/10 would definitely recommend! Thank you
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Love the customer service and Shanon and his team go above and beyond for my restaurant. Couldn't of asked for a better security system and level of service that his team provides.
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I have been using Cornerstone Protection service for over 5 years and I'm really happy with the service and state-of-the-art equipments and it's futures are so much in advance and friendly, I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection … More Service any and all business that need a security protection days and nights specially after business hours(Cornerstone Protection is perfect solution for your business). Owner of Cornerstone Protection is proactive with their customers and their equipments. Good experienced with Cornerstone Protection!!!
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We had a very positive experience with Alissa as a tutor for our pod of 5th grade boys from January - June 2020. She cared a lot about the boys and worked hard to create meaningful activities for them. The pod experience was invaluable … More for all of our families during a difficult year and we were so grateful to have found this partnership! We also want to appreciate Craig for helping to match us with a tutor on very short notice after we had cycled through a few folks who were not able to see the commitment through. Thanks for sticking with us!
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Dusty was the exact person we needed to help our child finish out the school year. So grateful to him for the way he steadily encouraged her and helped her stay on track and organized. He is flexible, responsive to our needs/schedule as … More a family, and a delight to be with. We are also thankful that Craig at Themba Tutors really "gets it" and partnered us with such a wonderful tutor who was a great fit for our girl.
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My child worked with Gillian D virtually for math enrichment. She is an excellent teacher. She took time to understand my child's specific learning style and provided tools that would be engaging. She was kind and empathetic- really … More made it her goal to connect with my child and build trust and rapport. My child started the school year with confidence and without the typically "brain-drain" that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
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I am going into my second year as a Themba tutor. I have met so many great individuals while working for this company. Craig and the rest of the Themba team do such an excellent job picking and choosing Themba tutors that suit each client's … More individual needs! I look forward to meeting new tutors and clients in the 2021-2022 school year!
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Our son started in a new high school, 100% remote, and was really struggling with Latin and Physics. I found Themba Tudors online and had an initial call with Craig, who was very knowledgeable, responsive, and found 2 amazing tutors for … More us. Both the Latin and the physics tutors were fantastic, connected with my son really well and helped him go from 'failing' grade to 'honors'! I will for sure continue using (and recommending!) Themba Tutors. Thank you, C, K, and W!
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Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
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Giulia Mercuri is a great Italian tutor! She was very responsive and accessible. Giulia put a ton of effort into preparing for each session and really helped our son with test preparation and projects. We are grateful that she was able … More to help, especially since our son did not receive any live teaching during COVID. We are happy that she was referred to us!
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As an adult student diagnosed with a learning disability during grad school, I knew I needed help dealing with my Master's program's demanding workload. I was seriously considering dropping out when I was referred to Themba Tutors. … More I was paired up with a wonderful tutor, Julie, who was a total lifesaver. I learned many techniques that I can utilize in the future as I embark on the next phase of my career.
I can wholeheartedly say after working with Themba for two years that I would not have finished my program without this organization. And I am so thankful I selected them. -
We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our son’s grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively … More study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My son’s experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
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We have been with our tutor, Cailin Schiller, for two years, from 5th - 7th grade. She started as an executive functioning tutor with my daughter. From the start, she demonstrated a depth of expertise and a selective use of techniques skillfully … More adapted to my daughter’s ADHD and Math disability. Cailin made Math accessible and understandable to her in a way that even her teachers had not been able to do. She differentiated reading, writing and math tasks and assignments to tailor them to my daughter’s unique learning differences. Not only did it have an effect on her grades and her work efficiency, but she finally could do her work with less anxiety. Even my daughter’s teachers used Cailin’s guidance to modify their work with her. But most importantly, she became my daughter’s favorite resource. I can’t say how invaluable Cailin has been to my daughter’s progress and well-being. I’d recommend her a million times over. She is a gem.
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Victoria is a superb tutor. She helped my high school age daughter with her writing. Victoria's skills as a tutor, as well as her sense of humor and her engaging personality went a long way with my daughter.
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Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
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The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
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We had a wonderful experience with our tutor Micaela. She helped our son not only academically but at every level. We will be forever grateful to have her in our lives.
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The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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Paul Smith at Themba has been an exceptional tutor for my son, both in terms of teaching the subject matter and teaching how best to approach the process of learning math and executing assignments. We feel very fortunate to be working with … More Paul.
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We were very lucky to have found Edwouine Swift, my son's therapist through Themba Tutors. Thomas is 12 years old, and it is extremely difficult to get him to write. Edwouine just works her magic with him, he adores her and is so … More eager to follow her guidance. I have no doubt she will be a positive driving force in his academic future.
NAVIGATING CAREER RISKS AND DOUBTS:
Tips for Young Professionals
Navigating Career Risks: Essential Strategies for Young Professionals
You’re young, ambitious, and ready to take on the world. But with big dreams often come big risks. As you navigate your career, you’ll face complex decisions where the path forward seems unclear. How do you manage the doubt and uncertainty?
The stakes feel high, and you don’t want to make the wrong choice. The key is having strategies to weigh your options objectively. This will give you the confidence to take calculated risks and handle setbacks. With some planning and perspective, you can pursue your goals while mitigating anxiety. Trust your instincts, but seek counsel from mentors. And remember – some failure on the way to success is normal. You’ve got this!
This article shares tips to make smart decisions amidst uncertainty.
Embracing Uncertainty: Why Risk Is Inevitable for Young Professionals
Lack of Experience
When you’re just starting out in your career, you simply haven’t lived long enough to develop a sixth sense about certain decisions. Without years of experience to draw from, risk is unavoidable. The key is learning how to navigate ambiguity and trust your instincts.
Taking Chances
Early in your career, you have to take chances to get ahead. Playing it safe won’t allow you to stand out. Now is the time to step up to new challenges and opportunities. While it may feel uncomfortable, taking calculated risks is how you will grow in your role and advance your career.
Learning Through Failure
Failure is often the best teacher. Don’t be afraid to take risks that could result in mistakes or setbacks. As long as you go in with eyes open to the possibility of failure, you’ll gain valuable experience. The lessons you learn from failure will stick with you much longer than any success. See failure as a chance to learn and do better next time.
With some smart risk-taking and a willingness to learn from your failures, uncertainty can be your friend. Use it to motivate yourself to gain new skills and experiences that will serve you well for years to come. The risks you take now will shape the professional you become.
Assessing Risks and Rewards: A Framework for Decision-Making Strategies
Weighing the Pros and Cons
When facing a big decision, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by uncertainty and doubt. The key is to approach the choice logically and systematically. Start by listing all the potential benefits and drawbacks of each option. Think about the risks and rewards, both short-term and long-term. Consider how each outcome could impact your goals and priorities. This helps provide clarity and puts the options in perspective.
Evaluating the Likelihood of Outcomes
Not all risks and rewards are equally likely. Determine the probability of each potential outcome to properly weigh the options. Think about past experiences in similar situations as well as advice from people you respect. Be realistic in your assessments—don’t assume either the best or worst case scenario is most probable. Consider external factors outside of your control that could influence the likelihood of certain outcomes.
Determining Your Risk Tolerance in Careers
How much uncertainty and instability can you handle? Your risk tolerance depends on your personality, values, and current circumstances. If you’re risk-averse, you may prefer an option with a high probability of a moderate reward. If you’re risk-tolerant, you might choose a path with a chance of either a large gain or loss. There’s no “right” level of risk tolerance, but you need to choose options that you can commit to without regret.
With a systematic framework for evaluating choices under uncertainty, you can make complex decisions with confidence. Carefully weigh all risks and rewards, determine the likelihood of potential outcomes, and choose options aligned with your risk tolerance and values. This pragmatic approach helps turn doubt into decisiveness.
Trusting Your Gut: Balancing Logic and Intuition
Your intuition—that “gut feeling”—can be a powerful tool for making complex decisions. However, it’s important not to rely solely on intuition. As a young professional navigating uncertainty, you need to balance logic and intuition.
Listen to Your Instincts
Your intuition comes from your experiences, values, and insights. It can pick up on subtle cues your conscious mind misses. If something feels off about an opportunity or person, trust that instinct. Your intuition may be sensing risks you can’t yet articulate. At the same time, don’t let fear or anxiety hold you back from taking calculated risks.
Analyze the Facts
While intuition provides one perspective, you also need to logically evaluate the pros and cons. Do your research to understand the key factors in a decision. Seek out expert opinions and data to complement what your gut is telling you. You may find your intuition is confirmed—or you may realize there are important complexities you hadn’t fully appreciated.
Find the Middle Ground
As with many things in life, the best approach is often balanced and moderate. Don’t go with intuition alone, but don’t ignore it either. Consider both sides of an issue and try to reconcile them. You may need to sit with the decision for a while. Talk to trusted mentors who can provide an outside perspective.
Making complex choices as a young professional requires gathering information, evaluating options, and determining what aligns with your key values and priorities. By balancing logic and intuition, you can make fully informed decisions that set you up for success. While risks and uncertainty will always remain, following this approach will help ensure you have no regrets because you went in with your eyes open.
Managing Self-Doubt: Techniques to Quiet the Inner Critic
Recognize Negative Thought Patterns
That nagging voice of self-doubt often speaks in the form of negative thoughts. Pay attention to the messages you tell yourself and notice when they become exaggerated or irrational. Common thought patterns include “all or nothing” thinking, catastrophizing, and negative self-labeling. Challenge these thoughts with more balanced and realistic thinking.
Practice Positive Self-Talk
Replace negative messages with more constructive ones. Speak to yourself with encouragement and praise. Say things like “I’ve got this!”, “I’m going to do great,” and “I believe in myself.” Positive self-talk may feel forced at first, but with regular practice, it can become second nature.
Stop Seeking Perfection
Young professionals often hold themselves to unrealistic standards of perfection. Learn to accept that you will make mistakes and imperfections are part of life. Focus on progress, not perfection. As long as you continue moving in the right direction, you are succeeding.
Celebrate Wins, Big and Small
Do not discount your achievements and the progress you have made. Take time to appreciate the wins, whether large or small. Give yourself credit for your hard work and dedication. Reward yourself in ways that you find personally motivating. Building confidence and overcoming self-doubt is a journey, so celebrate each milestone along the way.
Dealing with self-doubt is an ongoing process that takes conscious work and practice. Be patient and gentle with yourself as you build new thought habits and a kinder inner voice. With regular effort, you can overcome negative self-talk and give your confidence the space to grow. The key is learning to embrace imperfections and nurturing self-belief. You’ve got this! Now get out there and shine.
Support Systems: Creating a Network of Mentors and Allies
When facing difficult career decisions, it’s invaluable to have a strong support system in place. Seek out mentors and allies at your company who can offer guidance and advice.
Mentors: Find Wise Counsel
Look for experienced colleagues you respect and admire. Ask them to mentor you unofficially over coffee or lunch. Explain your situation and ask open-ended questions to gain from their wisdom. Their outside perspective can help you identify options you may have overlooked.
Allies: Build Your Team
Connect with coworkers at your level who share your work ethic and values. Discuss challenges and concerns together and brainstorm solutions. Having a group of allies provides moral support and accountability. You can also leverage each other’s networks to uncover opportunities.
Expand Your Network
Take advantage of networking opportunities inside and outside your company. Engage people in genuine conversations about their experiences and career journeys. You never know when someone new may become an ally or connect you to a mentor.
With uncertainty comes doubts and risks that can feel overwhelming when navigating solo. But by developing a support system of trusted advisors, you gain access to insights and resources that help give you the courage and confidence to make complex decisions. Having a team behind you means no longer feeling alone in the face of challenges.
Conclusion
Life is full of risks and unknowns. But with the right mindset and strategies, you can make the most of uncertainty. Trust your gut, do your homework, and don’t be afraid to take some chances. Embrace the adventure of life’s winding path. And when in doubt, reach out to mentors and friends for guidance. They’ve likely faced similar dilemmas. You’re not alone in navigating life’s big questions. With courage and wisdom, you’ll make the right calls for you. Just stay flexible and keep learning. The future is bright when you move forward with purpose.
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