Whether you’re amid job applications, trying to expand your network, or playing the long game as you pursue your dream role, cultivating a resilient mindset is critical.
There is a common idea of resilience as someone with a never-fading, happy-go-lucky attitude, but what does it truly look like? And how can we develop a more resilient approach in our everyday work lives?
“I think that the biggest contributor to people's inability to be resilient is when you're isolated … not having a network [or] a community. I think [that] is the most important thing to try and avoid before you experience hard things,” said Jennifer Bangoura, a career coach and professor, during our recent digital event.
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Justin Sablich
Justin is a contributing writer and editor who previously led Devex’s careers content strategy. Before joining Devex, Justin served as the managing editor of Springwise, covering sustainable and climate-tech innovation across all business sectors. He also spent over 13 years as an editor and writer for the New York Times, specializing in digital content production and strategy while producing written and multimedia content on a range of topics, including travel, sports, and technology.
