Finding the pathway that fits you best begins with growing in self-awareness!

  • How do your values, interests, personality, skills, strengths and life experiences influence your personal definition of meaningful work?
  • Which major and career options might help you contribute your gifts to our world?
  • Where am I in the career development process? What is coming next for me?
  • Which paths will help you find work that is meaningful to you – work that sustains and fuels you – and that aligns with your who you are, your needs, and your situation?

Are you a first year student, transfer student, or looking for first steps in career exploration? Visit this resource page to find ways to identify skills, explore major opportunities, take personality and skill inventories, and more!

Collaboration and Community: How BlackRock’s Professional Networks Drive Career Growth

Finding a community at work can sometimes be difficult. For new employees, it can take time to establish connections and feel a sense of belonging. Professional networks (sometimes called employee networks or resource groups) can help employees build relationships, encouraging …

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Gen Z Anxiety at Work: How to Be the Leader They Need

Generation Z, born between the mid-to-late 1990s and early 2010s, is entering the workforce with brand-new challenges. As the first generation to grow up entirely in the digital age, they’re highly connected, socially conscious, and value-driven. However, studies show that …

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What Is a SMART Goal? Examples to Help You Write Your Own

Setting goals is a key part of achieving success, whether you’re working towards a career milestone or personal growth. But how can you ensure they’re clear and achievable? This is where SMART goals come in.

The SMART goal acronym stands …

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Nursing SMART Goals Examples to Inspire Your Next Steps

Setting goals is a powerful way to grow, both personally and professionally—especially in a fast-paced field like nursing. Whether you’re a student learning the ropes or a seasoned nurse wanting to advance your career, having clear goals can keep you …

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Strategies for Creating an Effective Leadership Succession Plan

Leadership changes will be a natural part of your organization’s journey. Some executives will retire, while others will take on new roles or find opportunities elsewhere.

If you don’t have a solid plan, these transitions can create chaos in many …

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Career Resources

When we talk about skills in the career world, what do we mean? Skills are competencies or abilities you have …

Whomi is a free to use platform that offers self-service career development that removes barriers to provide inclusive planning for …

Labor Market Tool

The Labor Market Tool is an excellent resource for career exploration and job searching. Offered through the …

What Can I Do With This Major? is a website curated for major and career exploration. Whether you’re exploring majors …

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