Have you ever wondered how people get to leadership roles, especially those who don’t look like anyone who has come before them? In this conversation on the Read with Jenna podcast with host Jenna Bush Hager, Ruth Simmons, former president of Prairie View A&M […]
When was the last time you gave someone critical feedback? Do you think you gave it fairly and equitably? Chances are, if you were giving feedback to a woman, you may have “softened” your message. In this piece in the Harvard Business Review, authors […]
Whether you’re a manager or an individual contributor in your work role, we all need to be practicing reflection and learning from our experiences. In this Wednesday Webinar, we provide critical tools and strategies for incorporating reflection into your personal and professional development, share research on why […]
Is there really a big difference between networking and relationship-building? In our LEARN Step 4 micro webinar, we explore the intentions behind networking versus relationship-building and the value that each one brings. Consider how to establish meaningful connections to help you reflect on what […]
Bill Burnett, Executive Director of the Product Design Program and an Adjunct Professor in Mechanical Engineering – Design at Stanford, is the cofounder of the Life Design lab and coauthor of the book Designing Your Life that helps you reimagine work and your job. Whether you […]
Whether you currently love your job role or are looking to make a big change, these 10 questions are important for everyone to ask themselves on an annual basis. “Reflecting on your career and professional development is essential for personal development and fulfilment. These […]
Written by Nina Banks (’23, MSM ’25), Former Fellow in the Office of Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University As I approach the end of my first year after graduation and my first year as a full-time professional, I’m reflecting on the personal […]
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 […]
You know you need a mentor. But do you know why? Or what qualities to look for? Or how to make the ask? In this piece for BetterUp, Elizabeth Perry covers all of this and more, so that you can find the right mentor […]
Reflection doesn’t have to wait for the end of the year. In fact, reflection is one of the most important tools you have to keep learning and moving forward with intention. But it can be hard sometimes to know how to get started. In […]