Women at Work The Difference You Can Make in a Recent Grad’s Career
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Apr 21, 2025 Aimee Laun, Director of the Career Connections Center at Texas Woman’s University, and Neda Norouzi, an architecture professor at the University of Texas at San Antonio, share vital insights for empowering recent grads. They address the critical gap between academic knowledge and workplace expectations, tackling essential interpersonal skills like negotiation and communication. The duo emphasizes mentorship and networking's importance, sharing personal anecdotes while advocating for women to advocate for themselves in their careers. Their engaging discussion inspires ways to bridge the transition from school to professional life.
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Struggle With Speaking Up
- Neda Norouzi struggled with speaking confidently in meetings when entering the workforce in the U.S. due to cultural upbringing valuing being soft-spoken.
- A supportive supervisor helped her gain confidence by encouraging her to share ideas in client meetings.
Ask Work Questions for Young Women
- Young women often don't know what questions to ask about negotiating job benefits or working conditions.
- Advocates and mentors should ask these questions on their behalf to help them navigate their new roles.
Hidden Skills Beyond Career Readiness
- The career readiness competencies list misses many critical workplace skills like negotiation, advocacy, and emotional labor management.
- Preparing young women requires addressing these hidden, but crucial skills for real-world success and equity.