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 […]
Mentorship isn’t just for the young professional. We all can benefit from guidance and advice from those those who have been there, personally and professionally, no matter where we are in our lives. In this piece for Forbes, Emily Rose outlines five simple yet […]
As an AI-enabled world disrupts work and life, it is incumbent upon the individual to learn new skills and remain adaptable to be successful. In fact, those who will thrive in the future will be those who know how to build effective relationships and embrace […]
What’s the best way to communicate with your colleagues and employees at work? With a rise in remote and hybrid work environments, many organizations are relying on Slack, Zoom, or even phone meetings. Whether you find yourself in a new job role, taking on a […]
Seeking out and building relationships with mentors, sponsors, and other support resources is a great way to support your growth and gather feedback. We know that finding mentors can be challenging, and that’s why we love the idea of short-term mentoring. Think about who the […]
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 […]