A large part of being successful professionally comes from being able to advocate for yourself. But whether you’ve been working for one year or 10, advocating for yourself or for your direct reports can challenging. Many assume that advocating will lead to conflict or uncomfortable conversations. While those things can happen, they don’t have to. Here are a few ways to advocate for yourself or a direct report.

College is a time for you to explore, try new things, and learn more about yourself. Over the course of four years, you may find that your interests change, your goals look different, and your future isn’t necessarily what you thought it would be. Four years pass quickly, so use this time wisely to set yourself up for the future. Here are a few ways to do just that.

A negative workplace can become quite challenging. Whether you don’t like your boss, are having trouble with your colleagues, or feel unsupported by the organization as a whole, a negative workplace can make going to work a chore. The good news is that there are ways to prevail in a negative workplace. Here are a few to help you get started.

Being a college student in today’s world is stressful. You have to worry about classes, your living situation, whether or not you need to work, making friends, and more. Not only is your day packed with classes and activities, it’s also probably packed with stress. Don’t let stress derail your college experience. Here are five tips for managing stress on campus.

Have you ever looked at the clock and wondered where the time went? You might hope the time flew by because you were diligently focused on work, but we’re all guilty of wasting time every now and again. If you’re finding that time is marching on, but you haven’t made much progress on your to-do list, check out these tips to help master time management — and finally finish that checklist.

The college application process can seem daunting. Add in the complications that come from applying during a global pandemic, and many students may be ready to throw in the towel before they've even begun. Here are a few tips for a successful college application process.

The AISES National Conference is almost here, and it’s time to get ready. More than 2,000 Indigenous STEM participants will gather in person and virtually for the premier annual event. Its three-day agenda will be action-packed with opportunities designed to help you develop as a professional and broaden your network of Native peers, professionals, and allies.

It’s almost time. Everyone in the AISES orbit is counting the days to the National Conference slated for September 23–25. The premier event for Indigenous STEM students and professionals in North America and the Pacific Islands will again be action-packed with STEM career and academic activities. For 43 years, this one-of-a-kind forum has provided mentorship pathways, skill-building workshops, interactive education, and opportunities to network with Native peers, professionals, and elders. 

Being a young professional in today’s workplace isn’t easy. Being a young Native professional can be even harder, and that’s why mentorship so important for people in the early stages of their careers. Here are a few ways mentors can be effective guides.

Being a college student is hard. You have to worry about classes, your living situation, whether you need to work, making friends, and so much more. It’s a lot, and it can be overwhelming. Luckily there are a number of different tools to help you successfully navigate your college career. Here are a few apps to keep you on top of everything from class to cash.