We’ve all heard about someone who is a “consultant.” Have you ever wondered if that’s the right career for you? Join Parke Muth (Col ’79), a consultant to consultants, as he takes you inside the world of consulting. What exactly is consulting? How does someone get into consulting? What are some of the future trends […]
Today’s workers are being asked to do more of their own retirement planning than any generation before them due to the ongoing decline of pensions and the rise of 401(k) plans. Unfortunately, many people are overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, and their fear often fuels paralysis and inaction. Evan Powers, CFP® (Darden ’09) […]
Are you worried that your applications are going into a black hole? How do you help your resume and cover letter stand out in a crowded job search market? Join award-winning author and regular Friday Forum presenter Danny Rubin (Col ’06) as he shares his innovative approach to job/internship applications. He will change your thinking […]
Many entry level roles look pretty much alike: wrangling projects to keep them on time and within budget, creating reports/presentations/proposals and scrutinizing every last detail, doing research, and most of all, helping senior staff look awesome in front of their clients. If you’re great at these things, you’re at risk of getting stuck in the […]
Have you ever attended a conference or networking event, or met UVA alumni at social events, and dutifully collected contact information—only to do nothing with it? Regina Clay (Col ’86) will help you go from business cards collecting dust to cultivating meaningful and productive networking relationships. Tune in as Regina shares strategies to help you […]
Let’s face it, career transitions can be tricky. Whether you’re changing sectors, industries, organizations, countries, or functions—or ramping up or ramping down—many of us struggle to navigate the necessary changes for a successful transition, both personal and professional. Having made nearly two dozen career transitions in the past 30 years, Perry Yeatman (Col ’86) now […]
In today’s fast-paced society, more people (than ever) are feeling stressed, overwhelmed and uncertain about the future. In this empowering webinar, Marlon Smith (Engr ’90) shares insights for living a more-fulfilling and productive life while enjoying greater work-life balance. Get ready because real-life strategies and solutions will be shared. UVA’s Alumni Career Engagement is happy […]
One of the biggest challenges in any career is making both connections and a good impression, in the right place and at the right time. With a range of options for information gathering, communication, and sharing, Twitter is an invaluable tool for career management – whether you are seeking a new opportunity or to expand […]
The new year is the perfect time to refresh your career goals and make new resolutions, whether you’re seeking a new job, a new industry, or new skills. Join Alumni Career Engagement Director Amanda Panarese (Col ’99) and Career Advisor Liz Sprouse for their take on the top career trends for 2017, along with practical […]
What is a digital professional portfolio? Why would you want to have one? A professional portfolio can be a convincing professional tool that displays tangible evidence of your knowledge and skills and documents your achievements. Clare R. Kilbane, Ph.D. (Educ ’00) and Natalie B. Milman, Ph.D. (Educ ’00), authors of The Digital Teaching Portfolio Handbook, […]
What are the different kinds of eLearning available and how can you choose the right program for your needs? Megan Bresnahan (Col ’07) will teach you how to get the most value for your time and money by utilizing self-assessment, networking, and career-specific research. Whether you’re looking to shore up your resume, develop new skills, […]
Want to switch careers, but feel overwhelmed about how to get started on the path to that new industry or role? Join Patrick Payne (Col ’97) — a recruiter who has worked for top companies including Vail Resorts, Amazon, and Deloitte — for the inside scoop on what recruiters look for in career switchers, and […]