Virtual Career Development
Learn new career skills, wherever you are.
Whether you’re exploring your next move or sharpening the skills you already have, our virtual career development programs are here to help you grow. Join live, online workshops and webinars led by industry professionals and career experts. From best practices and leadership training to insider knowledge and practical strategies, we offer the tools and support you need to take your next step with confidence—wherever life has taken you.
Upcoming:
How to Be Simply Irresistible: Personal Branding Strategies to Get Highly Paid Doing Work You Love | Tuesday, June 3, 5 – 6:00pm
Giving and Receiving Feedback in the Workplace | Thursday, June 26, 12-1:30 pm
How to Be Simply Irresistible: Personal Branding Strategies to Get Highly Paid Doing Work You Love
Tuesday, June 3, 5 – 6:00pm (PST) via Zoom
Whether you’re itching to change roles, start a business or simply elevate your leadership, the market’s perception of your brand will be a tipping point to your success. In this engaging session, you’ll learn how to add a little “sizzle” to your personal brand, opening doors to greater promotion, influence, revenue and opportunities to create work you love.
You will learn:
- Why driving your personal brand is the most important “marketing” job of your career.
- 8 fundamental truths of communicating your value so that people want to know, like, trust…and pay you!
- Why your skills, title, talent and degrees might be your #1 roadblock to getting highly paid doing work you love.
- Why the qualities you take for granted are the most value-add to your personal brand…and how to leverage them to set yourself apart!
Giving and Receiving Feedback in the Workplace
Thursday, June 26 12-1:30 pm (PST) via Zoom
Giving and receiving feedback can be a challenge in the workplace, yet they are essential skills to master if you want to succeed in your career. Join us for this fast-paced and engaging live webinar as we learn to develop the ability to offer and internalize feedback in ways that maximize outcomes and build more productive, positive relationships with colleagues and clients in your workplace. We will use video clips, self-reflection exercises, and research-based skills to build these crucial professional competencies, and you’ll leave with practical ideas that you can implement immediately to ensure successful workplace communication.
You will learn:
- How to give clear, constructive feedback that motivates and builds trust
- Strategies for receiving feedback with openness and professionalism
- Techniques to navigate difficult feedback conversations with confidence
- The role of self-awareness and reflection in feedback exchanges
- Researched methods for creating a feedback-friendly workplace culture
- Practical communication tools you can start using right away
About the Speaker:
Holly is a Career Engagement Specialist at UC Santa Cruz and the Owner and Lead Facilitator of Ignite Consulting. She has over 25 years of experience in leadership development, team building, and executive coaching. She has worked with thousands nationwide, from large group trainings to one-on-one sessions, helping individuals connect with their “why” to ignite purpose and excellence.
Holly is certified in life coaching, course management, and servant leadership, and is skilled in personality assessments and vocational inventories. She also brings a unique perspective as a former culinary instructor and wellness advisor, specializing in plant-based nutrition and holistic growth.
Looking for more?
Watch recordings of previous webinars or sign up to be notified of upcoming sessions by visiting the UC Alumni Career Network.