Empowering Students and Alumni at the University of Pittsburgh
As students and recent graduates, navigating the transition from academic life to the professional world can feel overwhelming. From crafting compelling resumes to excelling in interviews, the journey to securing your dream job requires not only preparation but also confidence. To support you in this critical career phase, the University of Pittsburgh proudly offers access to the American Association of University Women (AAUW) webinar series through our institutional membership.
Why AAUW Webinars Are a Game-Changer for Your Career
The AAUW’s webinars are more than just virtual events; they are gateways to valuable knowledge, strategies, and skills designed to empower college women entering the job market. Through the Start Smart program, participants can learn essential salary negotiation techniques to advocate for their worth confidently. In today’s competitive job market, knowing how to negotiate salaries and benefits effectively can set you apart from other candidates while setting a strong foundation for your financial future.
But the benefits don’t stop there. AAUW’s broader Women’s Economic Empowerment Initiative webinars cover topics ranging from leadership development to personal finance and workplace equity. These sessions are curated to provide students and alumni with actionable insights, making them better equipped to navigate professional challenges and thrive in their careers.
Build Confidence, Develop Skills, and Make Informed Decisions
Investing your time in these webinars is an investment in your future. Here’s what you stand to gain:
- Negotiation Skills: Learn how to communicate your value effectively and confidently ask for what you deserve.
- Career Preparedness: Access practical tips and techniques tailored to your needs as a young professional.
- Empowerment: Equip yourself with the tools to overcome workplace challenges and advocate for equity and inclusion.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your career development. Whether you’re preparing for your first job or looking to sharpen your professional skills, the AAUW webinars are here to support your growth and success.
AAUW Webinar Series
- Smart Start: January 22, 2 p.m. Register here.
- Money Smart: Smart Foundations: January 29, 2 p.m., Register here.
- Work Smart Refresher: February 12, 5 p.m. Register here.
- Smart Start: February 20, 3 p.m. Register here.
- Money Smart: Smart Finances: February 26, Noon. Register here.
- Work Smart: Know Your Value and Get Paid: March 11, 5 p.m. Register here.
- Smart Start: March 19, Noon. Register here.
- What Every Woman Should Know About Social Security: March 25, 1 p.m. Register here.
- Smart Future: March 26, 3 p.m. Register here.
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