Here are some workplace influencers with the tools, tips and tricks you need to navigate the corporate jungle.
Corporate workplaces can be complicated. It can be easygoing one moment and utter chaos the next. Maybe your colleagues are overly competitive, or your manager is asking you to stay late without paying the overtime. These situations can cause a lot of frustration and stress if you are unsure about handling them professionally.
Introducing workplace influencers, your knights in power suits. They not only provide you with useful interview-cracking information but also how to respond to someone professionally when you simply want to scream at them. Here are some work influencers that may have the solutions you are looking for.
1. Laura (@loewhaley)
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What do you do if your boss wants you to be available on weekends to respond to their “urgent” emails? You can’t simply ignore them; the recession season won’t be kind. The solution is to set firm boundaries. But how do you do that? Your “workplace bestie” Laura has your back.
The Canada-based influencer has an online community of around five million followers, with whom she shares tips on managing awkward and difficult situations at work coolly, professionally and with a touch of humor. For instance, in one of her popular videos, she jokingly came up with a poem about overtime, “Roses are red, violets are blue, if all the work can’t be completed between 9 to 5, perhaps the company should hire someone new.”
Apart from this quirky advice, Laura also has some great mental health tips on how to beat workload stress, stay motivated and maintain a work-life balance. She also regularly hosts Q&A sessions on her Instagram Live, where her online community discusses their own mantras to slash through the corporate jungle.
2. Erin McGoff (@advicewitherin)
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Erin McGoff is well known for having a great grasp on the ins and outs of the workplace, be it getting hired, salary negotiations or exit interviews.
Erin, who places herself as a sort of “Internet big sister” figure, makes short-form videos delving into the sort of career advice you would get from someone who is firmly in your corner. Her content revolves around practical advice, ranging from explaining a gap in your resume, dealing with job search, burnout and even filing taxes.
Erin’s passion for democratizing career advice along with her friendly, accessible style has made her extremely popular. She’s just launched a new YouTube show, No One Knows What They’re Doing
(Because, honestly, who does?)
3. Claire Benjamin (@missclairbenjamin)
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Claire Benjamin is on a mission to help people understand themselves and their work relationships better. After all, success is rooted in the connections we build. Claire designs leadership programs, resolves team conflicts and boosts the performance of her followers and her students. She shares work communication tips On TikTok and Instagram, with her over a million strong following.
Claire is a certified team coach (AoEC), MBTI practitioner, PRINCE2 project manager and registered physiotherapist. She also holds a Master’s degree in leadership and is a member of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Her research on leadership practices in the NHS, published in BMJ Leader, offers insights valuable to any organization.
4. Emily Durham (@emily.the.recruiter)
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Emily Durham is shaking up the world of career coaching with a splash of fun and a dash of real talk. Based in Toronto, she has turned her passion for making career advice accessible into a booming online presence. She has cultivated a loyal following on multiple platforms including Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Emily’s expertise shines through in her popular podcast, The Straight Shooter Recruiter, where she gives young professionals no-nonsense advice. She’s been featured by the likes of CNBC, BBC and the Globe and Mail, making her one of the most trusted voices for those trying to navigate the modern workplace. At just 26, Emily’s mix of authenticity, humor and practical advice has made her the go-to guru for anyone looking to crush their career goals with style and confidence.
Concluding thoughts
Whether you’re looking for advice on setting boundaries, acing interviews or simply surviving the daily grind, these gurus have got you covered. So, next time you’re feeling stuck in the work trenches, just remember—your online career coaches may be a scroll away. Always ready to help you slay the workplace dragons with a smile and a smart quip!
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