Traditional networking methods can feel daunting for neurodivergent individuals, whether it’s the sensory overload of crowded spaces or the pressure of navigating small talk. Online communities, on the other hand, offer a low-pressure, more controlled environment where you can build …
If traditional search leaves you with twenty tabs open and a fading sense of motivation, you are not alone. Many neurodivergent professionals describe the same cycle: start with a question, get buried under options, lose energy before you ever make …
It is important to the career success of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) students to graduate with at least one internship or other career-related job. Although some employers hire primarily based on the school and major of the student, …
Call a timeout with Michael Willett, former college football player and CEO and founder of WalkOn Nation. Michael shares why football played such an important role in his life and how he has navigated the journey into life after sports. He talks about what inspired him to create WalkOn Nation and the importance of having …
Call a timeout with Jazmine Highsmith, former DI track and field athlete and founder of Female Athletes Rock. Learn about the impact track and field has made on her life and what inspired her to become an advocate for women athletes. You can connect with Jazmine and Female Athletes Rock on Instagram at @femaleathletesrock.
The U.S. government is changing how H-1B visas are selected. Instead of a purely random lottery, future H-1B selections will prioritize higher wage roles. This change is intended to favor more specialized and higher skilled positions.
According to USCIS and …
Planning ahead is one of the most important steps international students can take when thinking about working in the U.S. during and after graduation. Exploring your options early gives you more time to make informed academic and career decisions, and …
Welcome to Season Six of the First Gen Coach Podcast! This episode is all about redefining leadership for first gen professionals. I am interviewed by first-generation Latina social worker Sara Diaz. We talk about my journey of leadership, what leadership …
In this episode, I discuss the importance of cutting emotional ties to jobs that no longer serve you, particularly for Latinas, women of color, and first gen professionals. I talk about the anger and grief that comes with career transitions, …
Finding employment with a disability comes with unique challenges that most career advice ignores. Mainstream job tips rarely address workplace accommodations, disclosure decisions, or navigating interviews when you have visible or invisible disabilities. Fortunately, a growing community of disabled creators …
