by dankeelan | May 21, 2024 | Education, Featured, Mentoring
As the European Year of Skills came to an end, the education-to-work network StartNet organised an online conference focused on the education of young people and their transition into the workforce. It was hosted in collaboration with Connecting Europe...
by dankeelan | May 6, 2024 | Education, Featured, Gig Workers
Fletcher Medler, a student at Berklee College of Music, is enrolled in “The General Business Gig,” a course dedicated to teaching musicians how to survive in the gig economy. Medler had played a few professional gigs, but he knew he had gaps in his knowledge. “I...
by dankeelan | Nov 14, 2023 | Artificial Intelligence, Education, Upskilling
In today’s technological landscape, the role of a tech professional transcends mere expertise; it demands staying up-to-date with the latest advancements. Adapting to the changing tides of technology ensures not only professional relevance but also empowers tech...
by dankeelan | Oct 3, 2023 | Education, Jobs
For going on a decade and a half, much has been made of the chronic shortage of workers. Month after month, U.S. employers post millions of jobs while millions of Americans are actively seeking them — and yet those positions remain unfilled. The situation appears only...
by dankeelan | Jun 27, 2023 | Education, Featured, Mentoring
While developing and facilitating mentorship programs at Toronto Metropolitan University, I’ve seen hundreds of students benefit from a direct connection to a mentor in career, academic or personal development settings. Formal and informal mentors have also made a...
by dankeelan | Jun 13, 2023 | Education, Mentoring
For many students, who serves on the Board of Trustees can be a mystery. But at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts, trustees are mentors to a select group of student leaders each year. WPI’s Trustee Mentor Program has run for over...
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