{"id":29734,"date":"2026-05-04T11:52:06","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T15:52:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/?p=29734"},"modified":"2026-05-06T10:49:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T14:49:31","slug":"blog-power-your-professional-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/2026\/05\/04\/blog-power-your-professional-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Power your professional development: Expertise from BU alumni"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s always an opportunity for career growth right around the corner, and these BU alumni and industry experts provide all the insider information you need to take charge of your next steps. From building key social connections, to boosting productivity, to finding your self-management style, check out these webinars so you can unlock your full potential in the workplace.  <\/p>\n<h3>How to build a career and a life you truly love<\/h3>\n<p><iframe class=\"youtube-video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yNiNpstNrP4?si=1nm4NqEYFkX4Fmhd\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<p>If you want to feel aligned, fulfilled, and fully seen, you\u2019re in luck. BU alumna and career strategist <strong>Minh Pham Costello (CAS&#8217;09, Pardee&#8217;09)<\/strong> reveals how to unlock your unique edge and create authentic success using her Joyful Powerhouse\u2122 method. You\u2019ll walk away with a renewed sense of confidence to own your story, and a proven path to stand out not by being louder, but by being more of who you truly are. <\/p>\n<h3>Take ownership of your career growth<\/h3>\n<p><iframe class=\"youtube-video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_EGLrzqWfz0?si=PnD8YBswAMIMmH3y\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Most people were taught how to follow a career path, but very few were taught how to carve their own. Executive coach <strong>Karen Kunkel Young (COM\u201993)<\/strong> unpacks the mindset, and tools necessary for professionals to take ownership of their career trajectory. You\u2019ll learn how to lead your career with purpose and direction, even in moments of uncertainty or transition. <\/p>\n<h3>Creating social connections at work<\/h3>\n<p><iframe class=\"youtube-video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dmVsykBg0CQ?si=d-siR6F8RDTIRZkH\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>By now, you have probably heard about the importance of social connections and friendships for our mental and physical health. But did you know that having social connections and friendships at work can also contribute to your work success and health? <strong>Jill Steinberg, PhD (CAS\u201972)<\/strong>, professor emeritus at San Jos\u00e9 State University, author, and clinical psychologist, reveals research on how you can maximize your social connections in the workplace. <\/p>\n<h3>Make a splash in the first year of your new job<\/h3>\n<p><iframe class=\"youtube-video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Gg-boYd1dYM?si=5N7dX582IIssahNP\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Education and experience have given you the skills you need for your chosen career. However, your success is not just about applying your experiences and working hard\u2014you need the tools to thrive in your company\u2019s culture. In this webinar, career coach <strong>Scott Singer (CAS\u201993)<\/strong> goes over how to maximize your first year and set your career on an upward trajectory. <\/p>\n<h3>Boosting self-management and productivity in the modern age of work<\/h3>\n<p><iframe class=\"youtube-video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uKUxzSdp4FU?si=hbvZODrNcK2Nf6UE\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Executive coach <strong>Stefan Kalt, PhD<\/strong>, unlocks the secrets to improving your self-management and boosting your productivity in today\u2019s fast-paced world. In this webinar, you\u2019ll discover practical strategies to prioritize tasks, stay focused, and harness technology for maximum efficiency. Get ready to revamp your work habits and reach your professional goals with fresh motivation. <\/p>\n<div class=\"dar-line\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you want personalized support from someone who&#8217;s in your corner, alumni on BU Connects are here to help! Talk through how to build lasting connections, create a standout resume, and everything else you need for a successful career.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/buconnects.com\/home?utm_medium=button&#038;utm_source=blog_post&#038;utm_campaign=website_bualumni&#038;utm_term=buconnects&#038;utm_content=ask_career_resources\">Start a conversation on BU Connects<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get expert advice from alumni who are at the top of their game and can help you get there, too. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25867,"featured_media":29759,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[13,1392,5],"tags":[1403,1401],"featured_img":"\/alumni\/files\/2026\/05\/ASK-Career-resources.png","agg_excerpt":"Get expert advice from alumni who are at the top of their game and can help you get there, too.","agg_title":"Power your professional development","media_icon":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29734"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/25867"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29734"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29734\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29778,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29734\/revisions\/29778"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29759"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29734"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29734"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/alumni\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29734"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}