Maya Chendke

As young professionals, we're pretty awesome at making things happen. I've made many an introduction in the past, connecting people and projects together. We trust each other’s recos and referrals. So when my mentor told me she was introducing me to a family friend of hers, I didn't think twice. Maybe I should have

You probably remember the Seinfeld episode where Elaine's boyfriend has the tendency to speak in close proximity. You may be beautiful, but close-talkers are excessive and downright obnoxious. Learn the trusty forearm block from Maya Chendke.

We all have a few "peckers" in our social or work life. Take that term any way you want – it's several meanings probably define the type of person we're about to talk about in this article anyway. Here's how to avoid them and how to avoid being them

Did the luck of the Irish help you get lucky this St. Patrick's Day? Or did your text message blitz backfire instead?

Sometimes a young professional's reputation precedes them, without even trying. Are you aware of what someone would say about you around the water cooler (or cocktail party)?

The career vs. the boyfriend/girlfriend: a very common young professional dilemma, worsened only when a job relocation means the relationship can't exist at all. It's time for a decision