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 […]
Whether you are a Traditionalist, Baby Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z employee, it’s important to know how to work across the spectrum with colleagues of all ages and levels of experience. This article (RD.com, December 2025) provides a comprehensive guide to navigating […]
We have more generations in the workforce than ever before – from Traditionalists to Gen Z – and with that comes differences in work style, communications, expectations, and values. How do leaders actually lead their people and organization when the generational differences are vast? In […]
This article from the New York Times written by Noam Scheiber examines research indicating that remote work is disproportionately hindering younger employees. Young professionals are experiencing a reduction in critical training and mentorship, with data showing that junior engineers, for example, receive 20% less […]
In this article from Fast Company, learn how Gen Z workers are proactively adjusting their career plans to avoid disruption from AI, favoring fields perceived as “AI-proof,” such as trades, construction, and people-centric professions like healthcare. With a high percentage of Gen Z questioning […]
Organizational culture, according to this recent article from Rolling Stone, is the most important factor for new college graduates when choosing an employer, ranking higher than salary for Gen Z professionals focused on well-being and finding value alignment. This means that young professionals should […]
Written by Lauren Beam (‘07), Director, Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University In case you haven’t noticed, AI is everywhere. Just do a quick Google search and the first result to pop up is an “AI Overview” with high-level information […]
Hi! My name is Sabrina, and I’m the new Assistant Director of the Alumni Personal & Career Development Center. I recently graduated from Wake Forest’s MSM program (woohoo!) and am here to share with you some lessons I’ve learned from my first month in my […]
Due to the rise of AI and negative employer perceptions, new college graduates face challenges in the job market, often being seen as unprepared or lacking a strong work ethic. However, in her latest piece for Psychology Today, AVP Allison McWilliams (’95) suggests that […]
The Class of 2025 faces a challenging job market characterized by economic uncertainty and the widespread integration of AI, which is redefining or eliminating traditional entry-level roles. Many executives plan to replace these positions with AI, leading to higher expectations for even initial jobs. While […]