Alyssa (a-lee-sa) Jaffer is a London based journalist covering careers, health and lifestyle. She is also a content writing and communications expert, with two degrees in media and journalism from UC Berkeley and City University of London and years of professional experience in content marketing.
Reporting on crucial stories like the motherhood penalty for Stylist and the sexual harassment of female farm workers and custodial workers for PBS “Frontline”, Alyssa is an award-winning professional with an interest in issues impacting women at work.
In addition to Forbes, Alyssa’s words have been published in Business Insider, The Drum, Stylist Magazine, San Francisco Magazine, MBA.com, 7x7, East Bay Express, AllBright and more. Follow Alyssa for articles on trending topics across the future of work and careers, women in the workplace, health, travel and lifestyle. See her full body of work or follow her on LinkedIn to get in touch.
The 5 Fastest Growing Skills In The UK, According To LinkedIn
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How To Separate Your Self-Worth From Your Career
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These Are The 5 Wellness Trends To Watch In 2026
In 2026, wellness trends are all about becoming slow, simplified and specialized. From bespoke supplementation and community wellness to the move to the metaverse, here’s how to live well in 2026.
7 Ways To Use Your End-Of-Year Performance Review To Your Advantage
Use your end-of-year performance review as an opportunity to strategically set up your career growth in 2026 and beyond.
7 Ways Business Leaders Can Grow Their Personal Brand On LinkedIn
Growing your personal brand is the key to unlock your business performance, win over key audiences and open transformational opportunities you may have never imagined.
How To Turn Self-Doubt Into Your Superpower
Instead of trying to overcome imposter syndrome at work, transform it into your superpower instead. Here's how.
Blue Monday Got You Down? Here Are 7 Self-Care Tips To Handle Winter Blues
Today is known as Blue Monday – thought to be the most depressing day of the year. Here's the truth behind Blue Monday, plus 7 expert tips to tackle your winter blues.
How To Set A 2025 Resolution For Your Career You’ll Actually Achieve
To set yourself up for success in 2025, here are six actionable ways to set a career resolution you’ll actually achieve.