Career Bites by Lorraine K. Lee: Weekly Bite-Sized Career Tips In 3 Minutes

Can you believe 2025 is already coming to a close, Reader?!The fact that you're reading this in mid-December when most people have already mentally checked out says everything about your commitment to growth. I hope you know just how grateful I am that you’re here. :) As we wrap up the year, I pulled together everything you need in one place—your 2026 career playbook. Every item below earned its spot because it sparked breakthroughs, got shared widely, or helped readers get results. Let’s...

My first Forbes piece is officially live! 🤩 This article tackles a question I hear constantly: "How do I get noticed for the right reasons, without overselling myself?" Inside, you’ll find five quick shifts that make visibility feel natural—not forced. If you want to get recognized for the work you’re already doing, this one's for you! Read the article Hi Reader, As teams grow and priorities multiply, even the best managers start communicating differently. They’re juggling more priorities,...

I’ve seen way too many brilliant people get passed over for roles at top tech and AI companies. The crazy part is, it’s rarely a skills issue. It often boils down to someone’s LinkedIn presence. 🤯 The good news is that this is completely fixable! I’m joining Superinterviews again after the success of our last session together. This is the LAST speaking event I’m doing this year — so you don’t want to miss out! We’ll be talking about LinkedIn mistakes to avoid, how to stand out in a sea of...

Reflections on Year 3 of Solopreneurship (Special Edition) Hi Reader, It’s been 3 years since I was laid off and began this crazy journey of solopreneurship (or should I say, entrepreneurship, now that I’ve made my first full time hire!). When I started my business in 2023, I talked to a ton of other founders, trying to learn as much as I could. Many of them kept mentioning “year three.” “Year 3 is when you’ll know if your business is sustainable.” “You’ll finally find your rhythm by year 3.”...

I recently sat down with Mo Bunnell on Real Relationships, Real Revenue to talk about what personal branding really means today. We dug into authenticity, confidence, and how to use my EPIC Career Brand Framework to communicate who you are in a clear, memorable way online and offline. If you want practical tools to be more intentional about your presence, this one’s for you. Watch Now Hi Reader, Last week, I was teaching a workshop on professional communication when someone asked: “What's the...

Big news — I’m heading to SXSW! 🌟 I’m so excited to share that I’ll be speaking at SXSW 2026 in Austin! I’ll be co-hosting the LinkedIn Creators Meet Up alongside my LinkedIn bestie Jean Kang. Whether you’re side-hustling, building a business, or just curious about what’s possible in the creator economy, we’ll dig into strategies to boost your presence, grow your influence, and connect with other creators doing the same. I can’t wait to see you there! 🎉 Hi Reader, It was November 2022. I...

If you’ve ever wondered why recruiters at Google, Meta, Amazon, and top AI companies aren’t messaging you (even though you’re more than qualified) this one’s for you. I’m hosting a FREE LinkedIn Workshop with Superinterviews this Friday, Nov. 7 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET. I’ll show you exactly how recruiters search, what they look for, and ways to update your profile so it finally gets seen. Spots are limited, so grab your seat now! Register Here Hi Reader, A few months ago, I had coffee with...

Fun Feature on CNN! It's time to stop saying "sorry" so often at work! (I've been very guilty of this…) I sat down with CNN to discuss ways to shift your language and start speaking like you belong in the room. Watch my interview here! Hi Reader, A few weeks ago, one of my Stanford students had a lightbulb moment in class. She told me: “I always create agendas for 60+ minute meetings. But I never thought about doing it for 30-minute ones.” She was about to introduce a new teammate to a...

Just got back from a whirlwind week in NYC ✨ I had the chance to speak with incredible teams at Amazon, Google, Priceline, LinkedIn and more — and wrapped up my week by officiating my sister’s wedding (the best part of the trip ❤️). 📸 A few favorite snapshots from the week below! (Follow me on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes trip content!) Hi Reader, My first job out of college was at a small startup. I was eager to prove myself. I wanted to show my manager I was a self-starter who could...