by dankeelan | Jun 16, 2026 | Diversity, Mentoring
The release this spring of the Boston Business Journal’s Employer Inclusivity Index underscores a vital truth for Massachusetts leaders: Diversity is not just a metric to track, it is a community to build. As we strive to create workforces reflecting our...
by dankeelan | May 19, 2026 | Legal, Mentoring
Progression in the legal profession requires a mix of formal training and learning as you go. You can build a strong technical foundation through education, but much of what really shapes a career develops over time. Confidence, judgement and professional...
by dankeelan | Mar 3, 2026 | Mentoring, Women
International Women’s Day is an important moment to celebrate progress. But for me, it’s also a prompt to ask a harder question: what are we each doing, consistently, to move the dial? Travel is full of talented, ambitious women. What we sometimes lack isn’t...
by dankeelan | Feb 17, 2026 | Mentoring
Mentorship can be a key tool to help professionals at any level overcome obstacles, reach the next phase of their career or develop crucial skills. The Business Journal hosts its 13th annual Mentoring Monday event each year to connect attendees with mentors and give...
by dankeelan | Jan 27, 2026 | Featured, Mentoring
Through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham, I met two matches that show just how meaningful and lasting mentorship can be. Serenity and Anahita have been matched for about a year and a half. Their bond was built through simple moments, like getting ice...
by dankeelan | Jan 6, 2026 | Mentoring
January is National Mentoring Month, a time to recognize the many dedicated individuals who help empower youth by building caring and trusting relationships. Because research shows students with mentors have an increased sense of belonging and improved school...
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