Back in early Fall 2025, we shared out an Alumni Needs Survey in hopes of gathering information about the most pressing concerns of Wake Forest alumni based on their career stages. After hearing from so many of you, we continued to dig deeper through individual […]
We’ve all experienced a time in our lives when we’ve felt stuck. One of the most frustrating situations to experience this feeling is in your career or job search. In her latest post for Psychology Today, our AVP Allison McWilliams (’95) offers up six […]
This recent article from Glass Door emphasizes that since nearly 40% of job offers originate from sources other than online applications—such as referrals and “back-channel” networking—job seekers must look beyond the standard “submit” button to be successful. If you’re in the midst of a […]
In this piece from Forbes, author and coach Kathy Caprino outlines a four-step framework designed to help midlife professionals move from career dissatisfaction toward more fulfilling and purposeful work. Each step includes intentional reflection questions to consider like these: – What kind of impact […]
As 2025 winds down, we know that many folks are hoping that 2026 brings more than just some flimsy New Year’s resolutions. So whether you are looking for a job change or a full career transition, here are a few actions you can take now […]
This piece from Fast Company emphasizes that clarity and well-defined boundaries are the keys to a successful transition for working parents seeking part-time roles. For those hoping to pivot, this means having clear goals about what they want to achieve in the reduced schedule […]
If you’re looking to make a change, it might feel overwhelming to know how to start. Especially in mid-career, when you’ve locked in a network and an identity with a particular role, organization, or industry, figuring out how to move forward – even when you […]
In this podcast episode from Harvard Business Review, executive coach Nina Bowman shares advice on how to make a career pivot, grow your network, and find success in a new job role at mid-career. Whether you’re feeling stuck, unhappy, or are simply ready for […]
Retirement can be an exciting new chapter, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially if your plans take an unexpected turn. Whether you’re facing an involuntary retirement, making a late-career shift, or navigating other career-related challenges, there are helpful strategies to help you adapt and […]
By Sabrina Broderick (MSM ‘25), Assistant Director, Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development, Wake Forest University Whether you are considering retirement, transitioning into a part-time role, planning a career pivot, or are simply trying to figure out how to combine your skills and interests, […]