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As a Latina executive who has navigated the complex landscape of corporate America for over two decades, I’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of diversity in leadership. Let me be clear: When Latinas lead, everyone wins. Period. But the journey …
Anne Do was recently visiting her cousin in San Francisco, California, for less than 48 hours. In that time, she made two cakes and a dozen French macarons.
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When Stephanie Johnson, currently an Information Security Manager at Freddie Mac, was just starting her career as an IT professional, she found herself sitting in her car one night after work asking herself, “Why am I not being heard? Should …
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Presentations
Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…
Networking & Outreach
Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…
Clarifying Expectations
What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…
Goal Setting
Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…
Giving & Receiving Feedback
Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…
LinkedIn Overview
Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…
Informational Interviews
Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…
Requesting Time Off
Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…
Career Exploration
Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…
Cover Letters
When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…
Interviewing
Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…
Professional Writing & Organization
Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…
Presence & Professionalism
Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…
Getting to Know Your Manager & Team
Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…
Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation
Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.
Resumes
Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…
Career Resources
An award winning podcast and the first and #1 show in the world for first-generation scholars and professionals.
Check out video stories from first-gen students, read student blogs and discover colleges that have special programs to support their …
There are millions of past, current, and future first-generation college students (first-gen) in the United States. The Center for First-generation …
