Why networking is no longer optional in 2026
Networking is not an optional soft skill but a critical career move. And by curating those interactions to align with your goals, you remove the social burden and replace it with professional momentum
By Esther Muchene
Feb. 3, 2026
For the modern professional, recognising when you have outgrown a role to the point of being a liability requires a keen eye that go beyond the obvious red flags of a toxic environment
By Esther Muchene
Jan. 14, 2026
Every corporate environment has two sides: the polished public image and the invisible web of influence, favours and unspoken alliances
By Esther Muchene
Jan. 10, 2026
For the modern professional, recognising when you have outgrown a role to the point where you are becoming a liability is more important than spotting the obvious red flags of a toxic environment
By Esther Muchene
Dec. 28, 2025
It’s that time of year again when you can mix business with pleasure. However, one misstep could make you the talk of the office. So, how can you enjoy yourself without crossing the line?
By Esther Muchene
Dec. 20, 2025
Navigating any relationship, be it with friends, romantic partners, or work colleagues, requires establishing and enforcing boundaries, a process fundamentally rooted in assertiveness
By Esther Muchene
Dec. 4, 2025
As an employee, you have the right to a healthy work environment, and you can also take steps to prevent things from falling apart
By Esther Muchene
Nov. 1, 2025
While a manageable level of pressure can motivate performance, chronic work-related stress can lead to serious physical and emotional consequences
By Esther Muchene
Oct. 23, 2025
The decision to quit a job depends on an individual's specific needs and desires. It's important to carefully consider all the potential consequences before deciding to leave your job
By Esther Muchene
Oct. 2, 2025
The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media
platforms spanning newspaper print
operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a
leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national
and international interest.