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.