Maintaining your career is about more than waking up in the morning and going to work everyday. Everything from our training to how we interact with coworkers and our very mindset determine how far we go in our jobs, careers, businesses and lives. The articles below help you with ideas and strategies you can incorporate into your career management process. See how you can keep the sailing smooth and ensure you stay ahead of the game.

21 05, 2025

Boost Your Career with Micro-Credentials: The Power of Short Certifications

William Mitchell, CPRW2025-05-21T16:17:30-05:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

Micro-credentials are transforming the way professionals approach career advancement. Short, targeted certifications are gaining traction among career-transitioning professionals seeking to efficiently upskill. Because they focus on specific competencies, micro-credentials offer a flexible and accessible path to acquiring in-demand skills without the commitment of traditional degree programs. The rise of micro-credentials reflects a shift in the [...]

28 03, 2025

How to Future-Proof Your Career against Automation and AI Displacement

William Mitchell, CPRW2025-05-01T10:46:10-05:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

Okay, we all have been reading about it, many of us have only lightly concerned ourselves with it, and some have even completely ignored it. But we are here. As automation and intelligent systems take over more functions across industries, professionals (younger and older) must be prepared to adapt. AI is not just a tool [...]

19 03, 2025

5 MORE Career-Boosting Reasons to Start Attending Industry Conferences Now (Part 2)

William Mitchell, CPRW2025-05-01T10:24:18-05:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

This is part two in our series on how attending industry conferences can significantly accelerate your career. If you are early in your professional journey, these events offer far more than just panels and name tags. Attending industry conferences connects you to opportunities, skill-building moments, and real-world learning that rarely appear in classrooms or job [...]

3 03, 2025

5 Career-Boosting Reasons to Start Attending Industry Conferences Now (Part 1)

William Mitchell, CPRW2025-03-27T14:04:51-05:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

Attending industry conferences is one of the most impactful moves you can make to boost your career trajectory. This is especially true in the early stages. Whether you are still in college, freshly graduated, or navigating your first few years in the workforce, there is enormous value in showing up where professionals gather. Attending industry [...]

15 02, 2025

Stop Waiting to Be Noticed: A Practical Guide to Advocating for Yourself at Work

William Mitchell, CPRW2025-03-27T12:41:21-05:00Career Management Help|

Advocating for yourself in the workplace is one of the most powerful skills a professional can develop. While many rely on the quality of their work to attract recognition, the reality is that visibility, confidence, and intentional communication often drive career growth more effectively than quiet dedication. Your contributions might be valuable, but if no [...]

18 01, 2025

Top 5 Strategies to Advance Your IT Career

William Mitchell, CPRW2025-02-26T11:19:46-06:00Career Management Help, Job Search Preparation|

An IT career offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future, but advancing in such a competitive field requires more than just technical expertise. As the IT industry evolves with groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cloud computing, professionals must adapt to meet the growing demand for innovative solutions. According to CompTIA, the global IT [...]