If you have something creative you LOVE to do outside of work, you’ve probably thought at one point: “should I turn this into a side hustle???” And because I have done this too many times to count; come friend, and let me guide you through the considerations you should think about before starting. In my […]

By Rara Dzikrina IstifadahThere’s a version of success that AI is quietly selling us right now. It looks like independence. Speed. Polish. The ability to do everything yourself and do it well. You can draft the strategy, build the deck, refine your messaging, analyze the data, and execute. All in a fraction of the time […]

By Katie Blank So, you got invited to a networking event. Now what?  If you’re anything like me, you might find that attending networking events can come with a side of anxiety or uncertainty. Who should I be talking to? What sort of questions should I be asking? What if I can’t think of something […]

By: Grace Steinhagen (2025 Dot Ambassador) We spend a huge portion of our lives working. Some estimates say nearly a third of our lives, so we might as well make our work something that we love. Earlier this year, I hit a moment in my career where I knew my job was no longer serving […]

By: Emma Traun (2025 Ambassador) We’ve all experienced the notorious Sunday Scaries, talked our friend’s ear off about the latest work drama, and daydreamed about quitting our jobs to travel the world, right? Working isn’t always glamorous, but it is a necessary and important part of our lives and our society. Whether we utilize healthy […]

By: Allie Cole (Dot Board Member – 2025) Part 1: Maximizing Your Job Search: Tips for Professionals Working with a Recruiter and Things No One Tells You About Working with a Recruiter In today’s competitive job market, many professionals are turning to recruiters to help them land the right role. A good recruiter can be […]

By: Emma Traun (2025 Dot Ambassador) Spaghetti by Beyonce opens with a line that says, “Genres… they’re a funny little concept, aren’t they? In theory, they have a simple definition that’s easy to understand, but in practice, well, some may feel confined”.  Weirdly, this is what came to mind when asked how I balance personal […]

Why Buying a Home in Minnesota Might Be the Most Empowering Move You Make This Year By: Ellie Breitbach, 2025 Ambassador Hey friend, Ellie here! I’m a local mortgage loan officer in the Twin Cities and an ambassador for The Dot. I’ve helped a lot of people buy homes, and one thing I’m especially proud […]

By Anne St. Amant I’ve had my share of bad days at work in the past few years; they happen to everyone after all! In the context of being an attorney whose job is to litigate, (aka where the disputes mean there’s usually a winner and a loser) , it feels like they just sometimes […]