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Ximena Vengoechea

Fast Company

San Francisco, CA, United States

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  • Fast Company
  • The Muse
  • TechCrunch
  • Medium

Past articles by Ximena:

3 kinds of questions to ask to have more meaningful conversations

In this exclusive excerpt from her new book, Listen Like You Mean It, Ximena Vengoechea explains how listening and asking the right questions can lead to stronger relationships at work and beyond. → Read More

3 kinds of questions to ask to have more meaningful conversations

In this exclusive excerpt from her new book, Listen Like You Mean It, Ximena Vengoechea explains how listening and asking the right questions can lead to stronger relationships at work and beyond. → Read More

Exactly what to do when a team member quits

It’s inevitable, so here’s how to handle a resignation with grace and support. → Read More

Three ways to be more self-aware at work

The more self-aware you are, the more effective you can be. → Read More

Four rules to live by if you’re dealing with office politics

Following these simple strategies will keep you out of the swirl and make you stand out as an excellent employee. → Read More

4 Ways Managers Can Keep Their Top Performers From Quitting

Contrary to popular belief, managing high-performing individuals is no walk in the park—even the best performers will need support from their managers to continue thriving at work and be content in their roles. Here's how to be a good boss to them. → Read More

How And When To Apply For Jobs You Aren’t “Qualified” For

This hiring manager explains why some qualifications are more critical than others. Here’s how to tell the difference. → Read More

3 Signs It’s Time To Ask Your Boss For That Promotion

The timing of your ask is as important as how you ask. Here’s a checklist to know if the moment is ripe. → Read More

Eight Essential Rules For First-Time Mentors

Hint: Don’t use all your time together to regale your mentee with tales from your early career. → Read More

Five Steps To Resolve Work Conflicts Before They Get Personal

Here’s a foolproof method for clearing up miscommunications without anyone losing their cool. → Read More

Ask Yourself These 5 Questions Before Deciding On A Leadership Style

To develop a leadership style that’s authentic to you, let it take shape organically, not through intentional curation. → Read More

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How To Know Which Skills To Develop At Each Stage Of Your Career

By mid-career, the hard skills that got you the job won't be the ones that get you promoted. → Read More

How To Know Which Skills To Develop At Each Stage Of Your Career

By mid-career, the hard skills that got you the job won’t be the ones that get you promoted. → Read More

How To Know If You Should Ask For Feedback Or Trust Your Instincts

Sometimes it's smart to ask for feedback, and sometimes it's smarter to hold back. → Read More

How To Know If You Should Accept A Speaking Invitation

The more successful you become the more you'll be asked to speak at events, but how do you know a good opportunity from a waste of time? → Read More

How to Banish Imposter Syndrome and Embrace Everything You Deserve

Don't forget how hard you worked to get to where you are now. → Read More

10 Ways To Make The Most Of Your First Month At A New Job

Starting a new job can be daunting. Keep these 10 tips in mind to make the most of those important first few weeks. → Read More

10 Ways To Make The Most Of Your First Month At A New Job

Starting a new job can be daunting. Keep these 10 tips in mind to make the most of those important first few weeks. → Read More