Our department blog where we literally “show our work”. Here is a collection of research, articles and trends in professional growth, learning and industry that are worth sharing. Come see what’s new!

November 2025

Managing change in life is essential because it helps us stay resilient, adaptable, and focused when faced with new challenges or unexpected transitions. By learning to navigate change effectively, we gain confidence, maintain balance, and open ourselves to personal growth and new opportunities.

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October 2025

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Balancing personal responsibilities with professional demands can feel overwhelming. Deadlines pile up, priorities shift, and unexpected challenges often appear at the worst possible times. Reframe your mindset with October’s blog on how to better manage time and tasks.

September 2025

Discover how picking up a new hobby—whether it’s painting, knitting, writing, or music—can do far more than fill your free time. Research shows that learning for fun enhances memory, sparks creativity, reduces stress, and builds resilience, all while bringing a sense of joy and accomplishment. In today’s productivity-driven world, making time for play isn’t frivolous—it’s an investment in your well-being.

August 2025

Networking is one of the most essential skills needed to move our careers forward and make connections within and across our fields of industry. So, why aren’t we doing it? What’s causing us to literally shy away from opportunities that could enrich both our personal and professional lives? This August we examined the best strategies on how to approach networking (especially if you dread networking).

July 2025

Professional development enhances skills, knowledge, and confidence, empowering individuals to perform more effectively and adapt to evolving workplace demands. It also supports career growth, boosts job satisfaction, and contributes to organizational success by fostering innovation, leadership, and collaboration.

June 2025

Adapting to Change: How Professional Development Prepares Today’s Workforce for Tomorrow’s Demands

The modern workplace is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Emerging technologies, shifting market dynamics, and new ways of working have transformed what it means to be an effective employee—or a successful employer. In this era of rapid change, the skills that were once sufficient are no longer enough.