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Dr. Allison McWilliams, Assistant VP of Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University, shares her journey and the evolution of Wake Forest’s innovative approach to career services. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, intentional career planning, and holistic development for students and alumni.
This episode includes:
Thoughts from her book Five For Your First Five, Allison outlines five essential areas for early career success:
- Doing Work Well: Show up, be reliable, and learn how to succeed in a professional setting.
- Building a Life: Manage time, finances, health, and hobbies—especially important for graduates used to structured schedules.
- Creating Community
Keywords
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