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Student Spotlight: Jackie Forman’s Career Launch Journey

Career Launch is a four-week virtual program at UB designed to help students grow their professional skills, strengthen their networks, and gain confidence in pursuing career opportunities. Our first fall cohort kicks off on September 11 from 1:00–1:45 PM and …

By Theresa Gerard
Theresa Gerard Consultant | Graduate School of Education; School of Social Work
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How to Grow Your Network Without Awkward Small Talk

Stepping into a new field comes with a unique set of challenges – one of the biggest being the need to build a strong professional network. For those who thrive in structured conversations and prefer more profound, more meaningful discussions …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Lead with Curiosity, Not Your Résumé: Smarter Networking Strategies

It’s no secret that networking plays a key role in career growth, but it gets tricky when you’re actively job hunting. Reaching out to former colleagues, industry peers, or new connections can quickly come across as transactional if not handled …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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How to Network for Consulting

Management consulting is one of the most sought-after industries for ambitious college graduates. It is very competitive for its high levels of compensation, interesting work, and fantastic exit opportunities.

In order to get a job at a top consulting firm, …

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Key Competencies and Skills for Health Services Administration for Graduates Entering the Workforce| 🎧 30-minute listen

It can be hard to …

Career Opportunities in Healthcare Administration with Courtney Sharea | 🎧 35 -minute listen

Are you curious about different career opportunities in the …

Are You Taking Action or Waiting on A Miracle  | 🎧 26-minute listen

When we want our entire experience to change, we …

How to Thrive in a Rapidly-Changing Work World | 🎧 63-minute listen

How do you get through each day, let alone build …

Listen up: Why It’s Better to Be Interested then Interesting| 🎧 25-minute listen

As a communication expert, Alison Wood Brooks spends …

Rashida Jones on Mentorship 9 to 5ish with the Skimm| 🎧 30-minute listen

Mentors at work. We know they’re good to …