Sometimes the best way to succeed in your career is to get seasoned advice from an audience of peers. Join the UC Alumni Career Network for upcoming professional development events — all presented by UC alumni and colleagues.

Job Burnout: What to look for and how to improve your relationship with work

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 12-12:45 p.m. (PT)
Think you might be dealing with job burnout? Wondering what the signs might be and if it’s possible to improve your relationship with work? Tune in for a dynamic conversation between Ann Wang (’13, UCLA), co-founder and CEO of Enrou, and Dr. Christina Maslach, Professor of Psychology (Emerita) and a core researcher at the Healthy Workplaces Center at UC Berkeley.  Professor Maslach is the pioneer of research on the definition, predictors and measurement of job burnout. She will offer insights on how to recognize burnout, and strategies to help you improve your relationship with work. Tune in live on the University of California Facebook page or LinkedIn —and subscribe to the Alumni Career Network to receive a reminder and link to the recording.

Career Pivots: Actionable advice to help you change industries and re-align your brand

Friday, Oct. 23, 12-1 p.m. (PT)
Considering a career change? Unsure where to start? You’re not alone! Join us on October 23 for a panel discussion on preparing for a career change, identifying opportunities and leveraging your strengths to successfully pivot to a new industry or field. Our experienced panel of UC alumni will offer tangible tips for changing careers and aligning your brand for new opportunities. Register for career pivots.

First-generation professional development

Thursday, Nov. 5, 12-1 p.m. (PT)
First-generation professionals are pioneers in their career path. Learn from fellow UC graduates who were first in their families to graduate from college as they share their stories, tips and advice for navigating the professional workplace. From building your professional network to preparing for career advancement, our panelists will provide actionable tips to help you successfully navigate the world of work. This webinar will offer advice specifically targeted towards recent graduates and early career professionals, but is open to all students, alumni and friends. Register for first-generation professional development.

About the UC Alumni Career Network

The UC Alumni Career Network is a high-impact, online series designed to provide UC alumni and community members with the insights, information, and connections to launch, grow and expand your career opportunities.

Each month we’ll tackle a different career topic by providing you with insider tips and advice to help you make the most of your UC network. Join us online to gain the latest information and to ask questions relevant to your own professional journey.

Join our email list to get information on upcoming career webinars and events. For questions, contact katrina.ward@ucop.edu.

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