Kells McPhillips
"Ask for what you feel you're worth, and don't worry about what you think they can give you."
"Have realistic expectations, positive energy and be you."
"In general, love no BS questions. Shows you mean business, allows you to connect, and learn a ton. Things like...what kind of advice would you have given yourself a year ago? What are you most excited about right now/biggest struggle. What's been the hardest thing you've ever done in your life? What was the proudest moment of your life? What is best advice you've gotten?"
"If you don't ask, the answer is always no."
"I think two things that sometimes hold women back in interviews is an effort to convey a very serious, professional image but then they come across as stiff, and then we're way too humble when it comes to selling ourselves."
"I got in the habit of pointing it out. Mainly because they are fishing to see when you are planning on having babies assuming your focus will shift and therefore will not support you anyway."
"Women should not be judged based on their martial status or baby-making timelines."
"There is no progress without struggle."
"I'm sure your interaction alone made a difference and possibly showed her there's a shinier side to life."
"Own your experience. The journey you've taken to get to today isn't the most linear, but NO ONE INTERESTING's is. Don't be vague, be direct and real."
