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What Do You Want To Do for a Living? Part II
This is part one of a two-part series featuring Claire Baer, an entrepreneur and the professional development advisor for the PYP Board of Directors.
What Do You Want To Do for a Living?
How one entrepreneur approached this universal question in pursuit of thriving We love telling our members’ stories about their unique professional journeys. This is part one of a two-part series featuring Claire Baer, an entrepreneur and the professional development advisor for the PYP Board of Directors. As the bartender in my hometown’s favorite restaurant, one…
Key Points for Negotiating a New Employment Offer
Knowing what to do during job contract negotiations is critical, and here are six key points to help you review and discuss a new offer.
What does the Pittsburgh arts scene have to offer you?
With Wendy Parkulo Pittsburgh has a bustling fine arts scene and a rich cultural district downtown. We asked Pittsburgh Opera Group Sales Manager and PYP member Wendy Parkulo why young professionals, or anyone today, would want to explore the local art scene for themselves. Parkulo recently helped coordinate a PYP outing to see “Carmen” at…
Thinking of Joining the Great Resignation? Put Corporate Culture at the top of your Wish List
A record 4.5 million workers quit their jobs in November 2021, the U.S. Labor Department reported in early January. This newest record comes at the end of a year that saw abnormally high numbers of employees putting in their two weeks’ notice to pursue other opportunities. These startling statistics are evidence of what the media…
When does the work get done?
To set up for the question “When does the work get done?” I need to set two scenes. SCENE 1 About a month ago, I sat working in my guest room with Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s senate testimony playing in the background. At the same time, news of Russian attacks on Ukraine cut in and…
5 Hidden Gems Outside of Pittsburgh: Winery Edition
Looking for something other than fine dining? Perhaps a little wining? Well, fall is almost here and the wineries are all the rage. Throw on your coziest sweaters and head to these wineries before they close for the season! Wooden Door Winery – Allegheny Township/Vandergrift With two locations, you can double the fun! Both Wooden…
5 More Hidden Gems Outside of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Young Professionals is here to get you the latest and greatest spots to hang out and relax. This week we are covering 5 more hidden gems just outside of Pittsburgh, but focusing on breweries. So get out, get a brew, and get to relaxing! Full Pint – Warrendale You may recognize this name, as…