Join Us at the Student Employment Job Fair! Published on July 29, 2024 Join the Office of Student Employment at our student employment job fair! During this event, students will be able to meet with on-campus employers looking for talented future team members across all majors. Burwell Center for Career Achievement September 9, 2024 1:00 – 3:30 pm … Read more
Finding His Path at Freddie Mac was originally published on Power to Fly. Through his work at Freddie Mac, Ash Sikander has uncovered his sense of purpose and found a way to have a positive impact on others. Ash, who participates in Freddie Mac’s Finance Analyst Rotation Program, has been able to pair opportunities for growth … Read more
Companies and businesses do not just have goals they follow to keep the business focused on its operations. Most often, they have core values they uphold to create their business’s culture and image. Employees are expected to abide by these core values and see their value to the entire team. However, it is still being … Read more
In any team or organization, both leaders and managers play crucial roles. While managers focus on tasks and processes to keep things running smoothly, leaders look at the bigger picture, inspiring and guiding others toward future goals. Understanding the differences between these roles can help us better appreciate their unique contributions. Key Takeaways Managers concentrate … Read more
Activist Robby Starbuck is intent on shaking up traditional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) approaches used by major U.S firms like Tractor Supply Company, John Deere, and Harley Davidson. Notable impacts of his efforts include a $5,000 donation from Harley Davidson to the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, celebrated for its Pride events. Through his venture, Starbuck … Read more
Several years ago while coaching managers and leaders at mid- to high-levels, I noticed some common negative patterns and themes emerging in terms of what people were dealing with in their roles and organizations, regardless of the level role they held, or industry and field. I decided to pull back the lens and conduct qualitative … Read more
When businesses are first starting out, they typically opt to go fairly bare bones on software subscriptions and other functional costs. As the business scales, however, it will likely be necessary to begin selecting the best combination of software and tech functions to keep processes running smoothly. But before you look into spending a hefty … Read more
In this busy world, it’s more important than ever to find unique ways for you and your business to stand out. Selling yourself and your business might seem like a daunting task, but there are numerous ways to accomplish the task. Of course, having a social media presence is one of the most important things … Read more
We’ve all been there. We’ve experienced the feeling of dread, battling traffic as we drive to and from work. The lack of sleep Sunday night as your mind spins, thinking of ways to get out of work the next day. Constantly wishing you were doing something else, anything else, yet never feeling 100% clear that … Read more
The interview experience has evolved in today’s connected world. Video interviews are not only likely; they are now the norm, with many people undertaking flexible work arrangements and working from home. For some, it’s no big deal, no different than preparing for the traditional, face-to-face interview. But for others, the thought of staring into a camera … Read more