Passion To Action

We are ready to burst with excitement around our plans for 2016. We hope you are setting positive intentions as well to really make this year count. One of our favorite things to do every year is to take our goals and dreams to paper by creating a Vision Board. A vision board is a place to combine pictures, images, quotes and colors to illustrate your dreams and goals. Reflect on what you REALLY want this year and find the images that capture it visually. Think about the people you want to meet… the places you want to travel…the activities you want to try! According to the Society of Science, this process is especially useful when it comes to positive thinking and visualization. The more you can see and think about what you want, the more your brain becomes aware of opportunities for you to achieve it. You literally can rewire your brain for success. Don’t overthink this exercise, just grab some magazines, a newspaper, tape, scissors and markers to get started. Or if you prefer digital th

Short on time? Listen to this quick 2 minute recap of last week's episode titled "Elevator Pitchin', where we breakdown what it takes to create a powerful introduction.

“Tell me about yourself.” It’s the famous question. We’ve all been there… and if you haven’t yet, then you will be. It is the standard interview question for any job. The problem is that – because the question is so broad – it can be difficult to figure out where to start. That's where we can help. Follow our 5 step process to help you get a jump start on creating a powerful and memorable introduction for yourself.    

Do you have inspiring and successful mentors? What about a loyal sponsor? Listen to this quick 2 minute recap of our previous episode titled "The Power of Mentors and Sponsors."

We all know that relationships matter. Success is not achievable on your own. The two kinds of people that are crucial for your career success are mentors & sponsors. In this episode, we break down why mentors and a sponsors are necessary for your success, where to find them, and how to make the most of these relationships. Learn more by visiting WhyMillennialsMatter.com!

Kevin Roberts is the Executive Chairman of Saatchi & Saatchi, one of the world’s leading creative organizations. Kevin leads with outstanding optimism, joy, and courage, and believes strongly in the millennial generation and their ability to change the world. In his interview, he shares 3 main pieces of advice to millennials. Don't be realistic. Be radically optimistic. Never forget your ABC's. Never stop learning, and stay true to what you want. Click here to read the full blog post! Don't forget to subscribe to the #Passion2Action Podcast Series!  

Short on time? Listen to this quick 2 minute recap of our previous episode titled "The Wild Wild Web," where we share tips & tricks for building your online personal brand.

Before the internet existed, there were only two ways to build your personal brand: On paper and in person. Today, we have a whole new realm of identity that exists where people can find information about you, and we call it The Wild Wild Web. It is tricky and challenged to create and maintain an online brand that is both authentic and professional. Check out our quick tips and actionable advice!

As part of the #Passion2Action series, Joan Kuhl and Brianna Mercado host interviews with scholars and thought leaders from all over the world in order to share with you the best of the best stories and career advice. This episode is a very special one, featuring Joan's long-time mentor, biggest inspiration, and battle buddy, Frances Hesselbein. For those of you who don't know who Frances is, she is best know for her service as the CEO of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. from 1976-1990. She was recognized by former President Bill Clinton in 1998 as a Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient for her work as "a pioneer for women, volunteerism, diversity and opportunity." Frances has provided the world with a simple leadership philosophy: To serve is to live.  

2 minute recap of our full length episode on first impressions and how you can make them count!

Count to 3.That is about how long it takes for someone to make a list of assumptions about who you are. Scary... right? Your first impression is often what makes or breaks the long term impression someone has about you. Just a short glance is all it takes- making judgements on your appearance, body language, demeanor, mannerisms, and clothing. Unfortunately, the human brain is just wired that way. A strong first impression is a form of building your personal brand In Person. It is important to analyze who people think you are at first glance and explore how you can change it. Listen to our tips for making a powerful introduction!

Meet Samantha Cooper, the founder & CEO of Trend Tribe! As a freshman in college, she couldn’t land a summer internship because of her empty resume. Instead of giving up, she put her love of fashion into action, and she started selling her own jewelry. Little did she know that she would end of creating a business that would help young women gain real world experience to make their dreams a reality...  Here are Samantha's 3 tips for success: 1. Explore every opportunity, even if it doesn’t make sense at the time. 2. Stand out from the crowd.  3. Find your signature accessory that can help you tell your story.  

2 minute breakdown on what executive presence is, why it’s important, and how you can exude it.

In this episode, we explain what Executive Presence (EP) is and why it’s important. We provide advice for working on your own executive presence.

Welcome to our Podcast & Blog Series, Passion To Action, specially designed content to inspire you to unleash your potential in order to jumpstart your career journey. Who are we? This series was created by Why Millennials Matter, a company founded by Joan Kuhl focused on raising awareness to employers about the value of investing in their future workforce.After a decade of mentoring and coaching thousands of Millennials (aged 18-34 years old) from around the world to help them achieve their potential, Joan launched Why Millennials Matter, a Gen-Y speaking and consulting company based in New York City that focuses on raising awareness to employers about the value of investing in their future workforce and the millennial customer segment. In today's world, many organizations are struggling to attract and retain Millennials (Generation Y) because they lack the insights into what this generation wants out of their employer and the benefits that will inspire their loyalty. The same struggle exists for organiz