Side gigs have been a popular way to earn extra money, explore passion projects, or bring balance to one’s life for many years. For many, these pursuits are founded on one’s ability to build a connection and maintain an ongoing relationship with one’s customers. And […]
We all have times when we wonder, “Am I at the right company? Am I in the right job? And is this all there is?” These questions are especially agonizing for mid-career professionals who may be searching for fulfillment while juggling demands at home and […]
It’s a common scenario: You’re ready to move up into a managerial role, but you’ve been told that you’re not qualified because you lack management experience. But how do you gain that experience until you get to manage? Moving from individual contributor to people manager […]
We know that AI is a hot topic these days, particularly when it comes to skill sets employers are expecting their employees to develop now and will continue to need and use in the future. Considering that women are underrepresented in STEM fields where AI […]
Is it necessary to get a graduate school degree? This is a question we often hear from alumni considering their next career step. Before taking the leap into a graduate program, consider other ways to acquire new schools. From certification programs to online courses to […]
In the following short webinar, get a quick overview of the LEARN Model Step 2: Evaluate Skills and Gaps along with practical examples for how to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to evaluate your skills and gaps in your current job role. Using your […]
Are you thinking about making a career change? An Indeed survey found that the average age of a career changer is 39 years old. If pursuing a new career path is in your future, check out this article from Forbes to consider possible challenges […]
If you’ve been a stay-at-home parent, the thought of returning to the workforce might feel overwhelming. How do you begin your job search? What do you include on your resume (and how do you explain a gap in your employment history)? In what ways has […]
Written by Nina Banks (’23), Current Candidate for MS in Management in the WFU School of Business (May 2025) and Former Fellow in the Office of Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) is consistently becoming a standard […]
Did you know that 58% of U.S. workers were considering a job or career change last summer, according to a report by FlexJobs? If you find yourself thinking about making a change, you’re not alone. However, it’s important to do some reflection before jumping headfirst […]