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Part 2 It’s been almost a year since I transitioned from Tech to Higher Ground Education Ground Education / Guidepost Montessori and here’s another major takeaway. 💡Career growth isn’t prioritized enough by job seekers in education. I can count on one hand the number of career growth related questions I’ve received from candidates during interviews. One of our core values at Higher Ground Education is “mission without martyrdom.” Thinking about your own career doesn’t mean you care any less about the children (in fact, completely the opposite). Save these questions for your next interview and be sure to ask at least one: 1️⃣ To better understand mobility: “Could you elaborate on the typical career trajectory for employees in this position? Are there clear paths for advancement within the company?” 2️⃣ To better understand support and resources: “Can you provide examples of how the company supports professional development and growth for its employees? Are there opportunities for additional training, mentorship, or educational assistance?” 3️⃣ To better understand culture and exposure: “Are there opportunities for cross-functional collaboration or mobility within different departments or teams? How does the company foster a culture of internal mobility and career exploration?”

🎓 Integrating Four-Year Institutions into Career Pathways Four-year institutions, with their unique approach, extend beyond traditional degrees, providing comprehensive support to learners on diverse career paths. This brief explores the challenges, strategies, successful policies, and recommendations for effectively integrating these institutions into career pathways, highlighting the distinct benefits of this approach. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWt3yChb

Most recently, the Department of Education shared this resource with us: Navigating Opportunities Across America This map highlights some of the State policies that impact career pathways programs across the four keys of Unlocking Career Success: Dual Enrollment, Work-based Learning, Workforce Credentials, Career Advising and Navigation, and an additional foundational category. All data used for the report are based on available public information. Information is searchable based on the content category and by clicking on a State. https://lnkd.in/gTrbpw_v

🌟 Celebrating Achievements and Building Community: A Reflection on Our Early Careers Event 🌟   “Be responsible for your own development. Set your mindset for success. Celebrate your victories and recognize the achievements of others.” – Ania Podbereska, my esteemed L&TD colleague.   This powerful quote from her closing remarks encapsulates the spirit of our remarkable early careers community at AtkinsRéalis. 🚀   🎉 A Gathering of Bright Minds Last week, over 200 graduates and apprentices united to celebrate their accomplishments. The energy was incredible as we came together in person, bridging the virtual gaps that often separate us. 🌐   🌱 Nurturing Talent All Year Round in Learning & Talent Development (L&TD), our mission is clear: to attract and nurture the best talent. We believe that investing in people pays dividends not only for our business but also for the individuals who make up our vibrant community. 🌟   🌞 Why This Event Was Extraordinary What made this gathering truly special? It was the chance to connect with the very people we tirelessly recruit and support. We witnessed their growth, and celebrated their milestones. 🎊   🌠 A Proud Moment As the sun set on our event, I felt immense pride. Our early careers community isn’t just about professional growth; it’s about fostering relationships, igniting passions, and creating a legacy. 🌅   🙏 Gratitude I am grateful to be part of this journey—a journey that joins individual aspirations with collective success. 🌿   Let’s continue to learn, thrive, and lift each other higher. 🌟 What’s your favourite part of the day? Share it below! 👇 #makeitbrilliant  

📢 As #NationalWorkExperienceWeek kicks off, we’re proud to lend our support to this great initiative. #WorkExperience plays a crucial role in shaping the #FutureWorkforce, benefitting not only young individuals but also businesses and schools. Here's why: 👉 Young People: Work experience offers opportunities for young people to gain insight into industries and explore potential career paths. Improving their confidence and ambition and also giving them some experience to strengthen future job applications. 👉 Businesses: Having young people undertake work experience helps you identify future hires who have an interest in your industry. 👉 School: Work experience bridges the gap between education and employment. Students have a clearer path to their chosen career can focus on what they need to achieve in their GCSE’s. Keep an eye out for our posts this week to learn more about what we and others in our area are doing to ensure our young people have an experience of the workplace before leaving school. #dptcareershub #YoungPeople #careers #education #opportonities #employersupport Jo SkeelNicky HendersonJacqueline HobsonJoanna Fojcik-FeaseyMark TurnbullBen MitchellMaciej KrzyminskiTom SatterlyCaroline StanmoreSandra PetersToni OatwayEconomy, Enterprise, and Skills by Devon County CouncilThe Careers & Enterprise Company

Some people know what they want to do when they grow up from an early age. Others of us learn about what we like and are good at by trying. What experience(s) informed your career path? Check out Phila.gov/c2l-phl for more information on how young people in Philadelphia can explore professional interests through Career Connected Learning PHL.

NPR’s Alina Selyukh describes how companies like Walmart and McDonald's are starting to think  about the ways that work experience can count toward academic credit. The idea is simple but important: the skills you get from working should be recognized by schools too. "What I see working with employers, schools, and job groups is a growing understanding that work and learning have been two separate things in the past and can't be two separate things in the future," notes our own Haley Glover, senior director of UpSkill America at The Aspen Institute. This helps people who might not go the usual school route but are learning a lot at their jobs, and it allows us to imagine a world in which a resume relies less on titles and degrees and acts more like a passport of the skills you have acquired. Read the complete article here:   https://lnkd.in/dfZ3Zfv8

Helping students explore different career pathways can be a powerful way to engage them in learning. Download our CTE Career Clusters guide today [PDF]: https://bit.ly/4bXru1x

We’ve Been There. TGIF As the week wraps up, let’s talk about trust. Why should you trust EQ & Careers with your professional growth? Because we’ve been where you are. _____ We’ve navigated the highs and lows of the workplace—grappling with self-doubt, learning emotional intelligence the hard way, and figuring out what it really takes to thrive. At EQ & Careers, we’ve turned those experiences into a mission: 📍Empowering fresh graduates and young professionals with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to excel in their careers. ____ This isn’t just another social organization—this is a platform built on real stories, practical insights, and strategies that work. It’s about helping you thrive in a workplace that can sometimes feel like uncharted territory. ____ So, trust us. We’re not just teaching these lessons; we’ve lived them. And now, we’re here to share them with you. _____ See you at the EQ & Careers Conference! Not registered yet? 👉 Click the link to register Now! https://lnkd.in/dudw5TB7 ____ #EQandCareersConference #CareerGrowth #YoungProfessionals #EmotionalIntelligence #WorkplaceSuccess #FreshGradSupport #ThriveAtWork