Women in the Workforce: One Size Does Not Fit All
Before World War II, 33% of women participated in the labor force. Today, that number has increased to 57.4% of women who now also make up 47% of the entire American workforce. Labor participation percentages among men are at an all-time low, and women are steadily out-educating men across most statistics out there. As women […]
4 Professional Development Habits You Can Start Today by Marisa Brand
Building your professional development toolbox can seem intimidating at first. There are so many resources and differing opinions out there that it can be difficult to figure out where to start. And, when you’re already working 9-5 (or even 8-6), it can be challenging to think about work in your free time. These hurdles can […]
Grow Your Network Online by Kathryn Alford
Location should never be a limitation to building professional connections and expanding your network. Thanks to technology and helpful resources such as LinkedIn, you can develop relationships in other states, on the other side of the country, and even across the world. Whether you want to move to a new city after college or take […]
How to Make the Most of Your Internship by Haley Supergan
Each year, there are thousands of internship opportunities waiting to be filled by brilliant, aspiring students and recent graduates. In order to make the most out of these incredible opportunities, it is important to consider many factors in finding the perfect fit for you. Here are some tips to help with your search: Decide if […]
Curating Your Closet: 5 Tips for Elevating Your Personal Style with Leah Nalepa
“If you don’t give the market the story to talk about, they will define your brand story for you.” – David Brier Style is personal. It’s creative. It’s energetic. Most of all, it’s important. What we wear dictates to the world who we are, what we value, and how we expect to be treated. It […]
Be Prepared for Your Next Interview with Patricia Rausch
We talked with Patricia Rausch, Director of Career Programs for the Leadership Institute, about what she looks for when interviewing applicants and strategies for how to ace your next interview. What’s the best advice regarding interviews you’ve ever heard or received? Research the who, what, and why of the company you are interviewing with and write […]
Online Programming with NeW at Mercer University
On April 8, NeW at Mercer hosted Alyssa Condrey, Director of Programs for NeW, to discuss “How to Land Your Dream Internship”. Condrey gave NeW members an insightful step-by-step guide on how to land their dream internship. She started by emphasizing the importance of researching the organization you want to work for. No matter where […]
Meet the Author: Carrie Severino
This spring, the NeW Professional Network has been reading Justice on Trial: The Kavanaugh Confirmation and the Future of the Supreme Court by Carrie Severino and Mollie Hemingway. This #1 National Bestseller gives an insider account of the high stakes and drama of the Kavanaugh confirmation. Meet author Carrie Severino and her thoughts on NeW and […]
Social Distancing Strategies: How to Effectively Manage Your Time While Working from Home
One of the most common questions I am asked by friends and peers is how I maintain a schedule and effectively manage my time while working and going to school from home. While being in school or at the office forced some of us into a structured schedule, you do not have to lose that […]
Social Distancing Strategies: How to Stay Focused With Family Around
New stay-at-home policies have provided families a unique opportunity to interact and connect more than ever before. Personally, since COVID-19 social distancing regulations began, my daughters are studying from home and my husband is working from home. But, how do you stay focused and work from home when your family is around? Here are some […]
