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What the Return-to-Office Debate Gets Wrong

After several years of allowing remote and hybrid work situations, many organizations are now requiring employees to return to the office. Brené Brown and Adam Grant explore the return-to-office debate and consider the questions that employers and companies should be asking before making these in-person […]


How and When to Make a Career Pivot

Recently our AVP Allison McWilliams (’95) was featured on the University of Kentucky Alumni Association’s Job Club webinar series and shared her expertise on what to consider when making a career pivot. She discusses the current state of the job market, how to identify […]


How to Stop Dreaming About Work

Constant “work dreaming” can be a sign that our professional responsibilities are encroaching on the rest and reflection needed to sustain our long-term mission. By establishing intentional boundaries and wind-down rituals, we can ensure that our job doesn’t come at the expense of our own […]


Navigating a Late Career Change

Changing careers later in life can feel daunting, but focusing on “durable skills” like problem-solving and critical thinking can make the transition much smoother. In this article from Fast Company, author Art Markman argues that it’s never too late to make a career shift. […]


How to Effectively Grow Your Network

Knowing how to effectively build and maintain your network is a vital skill that you’ll need in order to navigate your personal and professional life. Whether you’re in the midst of a job search, adjusting to new work role or organization, or seeking out mentorship […]


Stop Applying for Jobs Online – Do This Instead

In this CNBC feature, a veteran recruiter with 30 years of experience argues that job seekers in 2026 should move away from traditional online applications, which have become a digital “black hole.” The article explains that the rise of AI-automated application tools has flooded […]


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