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Why am I not advancing?

Marina Lee, JD · September 5, 2026

"I know I am capable. Why is that not showing up as recognition or promotion?" The answer is usually communication, and not the part you think. Articulation is rarely the problem. Strategy is.

The 60-day grace period could be eliminated. Prepare before a job loss.

Marina Lee, JD · September 4, 2026

A proposed DHS rule could remove the 60-day grace period after a layoff. Five career steps international professionals can take now, before they need them.

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