Working as a crisis counselor has been an invaluable learning experience. It has boosted my #emotionalintelligence immeasurably. #EQ is a life skill I've come to count on, both in my personal and professional lives.

Storytelling is an essential aspect of #ContentCreation that helps organizations connect with audiences and bring their mission to life. Stories are at the heart of using narrative to communicate ideas, information and values, and in content creation, they're used to engage audiences in meaningful ways.

Being a caregiver requires mastering a whole host of valuable skills. That's why I think these types of experiences should not be discounted in the job market. Just because you're getting paid in hugs and kisses doesn't mean your skill set is lacking. On the contrary, the skills you build as a caregiver and home manager translate seamlessly to the workplace.

I didn't anticipate the added benefits of volunteering that I've carried with me into my personal and professional lives. These skills have made me a better coworker and a stronger asset to my workplace.

I spent four years working in a school setting as a Communications professional. Part of my job was to photograph children as they moved through their school day as a way of sharing their journey with families. It was one of the best parts of my job, but it took me some time to master the most effective techniques in capturing images that tell a story.