Guest commentator: Kenneth S. Anderson, Esq. , Manager, Government Affairs, Philadelphia Gas Works

Every Thursday morning, I enter the Gilded Age behemoth that is Philadelphia’s City Hall. The gigantic municipal structure – once the tallest building in the world – is the workplace of Mayor Cherelle Parker, a host of judges and civil servants, and Philadelphia’s City Council. It is a place that buzzes with activity as the City of Brotherly Love’s nexus of power and decision making. As a member of Philadelphia Gas Works’s (PGW) government relations team, I observe Council sessions on the organization’s behalf. […]

Guest commentator: Sean Hand, Director, Business Development, KPMG US @KPMGUS

When I was in grade school, my teacher marked me absent even though I was in class.  After the school notified my parents of my absence, they quickly uncovered the clerical oversight and confirmed I was present that day.  No problem.

That night, my father still seemed bothered by this situation.  I didn’t understand why he was still upset.  After all, I wasn’t absent!  It was an innocent mistake.  Why dwell on it?

He said, “I’m not disappointed that you were marked absent; I’m disappointed it […]

Guest commentator: Amanda Hastings, Talent Acquisition Partner, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals @TJUHospital

Networking is vital for any young professional looking to build long-term business relationships and further their career goals. It will allow you to expand your network while simultaneously building your personal brand, inviting opportunities, and expanding your effectiveness within your organization. Often times when discussing networking we focus on the professional development elements, but I want to go over additional ways networking can open doors.

Developing Long-Term Relationships

We all know making friends in adulthood can be quite challenging, between the balancing of […]