NeW Members Attend a White House Briefing
Earlier this month, the NeW DC Professional Network had the opportunity to attend an event organized with the White House Office of Public Liaison. More than 30 NeW student and professional network members attended the exclusive briefing at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on Friday, August 8. Attendees heard from Brette Powell, Special Assistant to […]
May Mailman at Leadership Retreat: Work, Family, and Purpose
At this year’s 2025 Leadership Retreat in Washington, DC, NeW was honored to host May Mailman, Deputy Assistant to the President, mother, and attorney as the first guest speaker of the weekend. She offered a behind-the-scenes look at working for the Trump Administration and what it means to be a conservative woman in politics today. […]
The Importance of Building Your Personal CRM
Shortly after I moved to Washington, DC, in early January 2017, The Economist published an article stating that the world’s most valuable resource was no longer oil but data. Since then, questions about privacy and the use of personal data, particularly regarding surveillance capitalism, have increasingly come up in the public sphere. From a personal […]
Finding Faith-Based Community in College
As a recent graduate from Texas Tech University, I have been reflecting on my time in college and the connections I made there. What impacted my experience away from home at a four-year university? Undoubtedly, the number one factor driving my success in college was obedience to God and fellowship with other Christians. In You’re […]
Email Etiquette (and Other Other Unspoken Rules of the Workplace)
A wise person once said, “You don’t know what you don’t know.” While this might not seem like groundbreaking wisdom, the concept has always stuck with me. It’s encouraged me to ask questions and not to make assumptions about what others may know (or not know). In the spirit of that advice, I compiled a […]
Impactful Internships: How to Make Yourself Stand Out
Internships can significantly affect your career opportunities and help your resume become more well-rounded before applying for a full-time position. We sat down with Breda Brosey, chapter leader at NeW at The Catholic University of America, to get her tips on how to be a standout intern! Read on to hear about her experience as […]
Technology Tips to Maximize Efficiency at Work
It’s Professional Development Week at the Network of enlightened Women, and we are sharing our tips to help you excel, whether you are starting your career journey or looking to improve your workflow. Utilizing technology can help you stay on track and organized regarding your work and personal goals. Here are some of our best […]
Patti’s Pearls of Wisdom – Five Lessons Learned (the Hard Way) at My First Job
Ah, the first job—a monumental step where we transition from students to active contributors to society. Reflecting on my journey, which wasn’t without its fair share of missteps (recall my stint as what could be humorously termed the world’s most challenged Hill intern), I’ve gleaned a few pearls of wisdom. Here’s what the now slightly […]
Patti’s Pearls of Wisdom – Navigating Rejection with Grace and Gumption
Navigating the tumultuous waters of the job search as a young professional woman can be an exhilarating and, at times, deeply frustrating experience. The excitement of opportunity often tangles with the disappointment of rejection that can cause even the most confident woman to doubt herself. But let’s be clear, the job hunt takes grit. It’s […]
Patti’s Pearls of Wisdom – New Year, New You: 5 Powerful Resolutions to Jumpstart Your Career
As a seasoned professional, I’ve witnessed countless New Year’s resolutions melt away faster than a snowflake on a warm cheek. But trust me, there’s a more empowering path – one paved with intention, strategy, and a dash of well-placed confidence. This year, let’s ditch the generic “eat healthier, exercise more” mantras and focus on resolutions […]