News & Features

By: Michelle Goodman

Most of us know that informational interviews are useful, but what's the best way to land — and nail — one? Here are eight tips to help you make the most of this professional tool.

January 28, 2021

Hiring at Amazon Web Services

Explore what it’s like to interview at this local tech giant as well as their approach to hiring, company culture, diversity and leadership principles during this recorded webinar.

February 25, 2021

Working at Zillow

Discover what it’s like to work at this innovative real estate company as well as their approach to hiring, company culture, equity and belonging in this recorded webinar.

March 25, 2021

Culture at Microsoft

Learn what life's like at this tech industry leader and find out more about their evolving company culture, approach to hiring and employee development, and why mindset matters in this recorded webinar.

October 28, 2021

Hiring at T-Mobile

Explore what it’s like to interview and get hired at this innovative wireless carrier as well as their approach to diversity, employee empowerment and culture during this recorded webinar.

June 24, 2021

Careers at the University of Washington

Discover the hundreds of career opportunities for talented professionals at this top university as well as insights into the UW’s collaborative work culture, how to uncover professional staff openings and tips for navigating the hiring process in this recorded webinar.

July 29, 2021

Careers at AT&T

Find out what it’s like to interview and get hired at this growing telecommunications company as well as their company values and culture during this recorded webinar.

August 26, 2021

Consulting Careers at Logic20/20

Find out what a day in the life of a consultant looks like and how to make your resume stand out during this recorded webinar.

January 27, 2022

Working at Expedia Group

Discover what life is like and how to navigate the hiring process at one of the world’s largest travel platforms as well as find out more about their values, culture, diversity and inclusion, and career opportunities during this recorded webinar.

February 24, 2022

Careers at Smartsheet

Explore what life is like and how to navigate the hiring process at Smartsheet as well as find out more about their values, culture, diversity and inclusion, and career opportunities during this recorded webinar.

March 23, 2022

9 Top Job Boards for People of Color

Find employers who are stepping up their efforts to build an inclusive and equitable workforce with these 9 top job boards for people of color.

June 2, 2022

HR Careers at Amazon

Learn about career opportunities in human resources at this tech giant that strives to be the world’s best employer and find out what life’s like as part of the HR team during this recorded webinar.

May 25, 2022

Why Mentorship and Sponsorship are Critical to Your Success

By: Diya Khanna

Discover the best ways to find mentors and sponsors as well as how to ensure that your relationship is successful with these tips.

August 26, 2022

4 Proactive Approaches to Overcoming Weaknesses in the Interviewing Process

Worried a missing credential could prevent you from receiving a job offer? Consider trying these 4 approaches to overcoming weaknesses in the interview process.

February 25, 2026

6 Ways an Enrollment Coach Can Prepare You for Success

In: Going Back to School

Discover how UWPCE's enrollment coaching team can help you find and start a program that fits your goals.

October 28, 2022

3 Ways to Combat Ageism in the Workplace

Although it’s against the law to discriminate based on age, we still find ageism in employment, health care and advertising. Follow these 3 ways to combat ageism, learn about age discrimination and actively quash it in the workplace.

January 6, 2023

8 Things Highly Successful People do Daily (and You Can Too)

Have a few goals you’d like to tackle this year? Here are 8 things highly successful people do daily that you can adopt to create the success you want in your life.

March 28, 2023

5 Brilliant Ways to Find Remote Work

If you're one of the many folks looking for a remote position, you’re in luck. Here are 5 brilliant ways to find remote work so you can grab the best opportunity on the market.

February 28, 2023

4 Ways Women Can Conquer the Confidence Gap

Feel more self-assured when applying for jobs with these four ways women can conquer the confidence gap.

June 20, 2023

UW Professional & Continuing Education Offers Digital Credentials for Students

In: Announcements

By: Brenna Ciummo

Wondering what the rise of digital credentials means for you? Read on to discover how digital badges work, what UWPCE programs offer them and how having one or more can help raise your game.

February 12, 2026

5 Must-Have Content Creator Skills to Help Kickstart Your Career

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: David Hirning

Interested in launching or advancing your career as a digital content creator? Check out these 5 key skills for producing engaging, quality content.

June 17, 2023

ChatGPT as a Job-Hunting Tool: Does it Live Up to the Hype?

Can AI tools such as ChatGPT 4 play a valuable role in job seeking? Find out as career coach Matt Youngquist tests out how the site performs with common job search challenges.

October 21, 2025

5 Ways to Recover from a Layoff

Rebooting your career after a layoff can be tough. If you need help figuring out your next steps, check out these suggestions for 5 ways you can recover from a layoff.

August 29, 2023

How to Negotiate Salary and Benefits After 50

Be sure you’re not leaving money on the table the next time you land a new job by following these tips and a step-by-step script for negotiating your salary after age 50.

September 28, 2023

4 Best Practices to Prepare for a Career Change

Thinking about switching careers? Be sure to do your homework and gather as much information as possible about your options. Explore these four key steps to follow to give yourself an edge.

October 30, 2023

5 Ways to Tell if a Company’s Culture is Right for You

Company culture plays a significant role in your career or job satisfaction. But how do you determine what an organization’s culture is like if you haven’t worked there? Check out these 5 tips for telling if a company’s culture is right for you.

December 13, 2023

7 Steps for Designing a Career You’ll Love

If you’ve been dreaming about changing your career, this is your year. Follow these seven steps to help clarify what you want and design the career you’ll love.

May 21, 2024

5 Success Strategies for Returning to School as an Adult

In: Going Back to School

Feeling a little anxious about heading back to school? Follow these tips to make your experience as seamless as possible, so you can rest easy about your future.

May 20, 2024

5 Ways to Stay Motivated as an Adult Learner

In: Going Back to School

Feel like you’re hitting a wall with your studies? We can help! Follow these tips on staying motivated as an adult learner and reach your goals.

February 23, 2024

Unemployed? Here are 4 Guidelines for Getting the Word Out – the Right Way

Finding the right words to say after a layoff can be tough. If you need help figuring out how to get the word out, check out these tips for crafting a message that’ll get you enthusiastic support from your network.

April 19, 2024

9 Biggest Career Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

While career setbacks and wrong turns are all part of the learning process, there’s no reason you can't improve your odds of success by studying these 9 biggest career mistakes and ways to avoid them.

August 26, 2024

How to Transition Out of the Full-time Workforce

Thinking of retiring but not sure you want to quit working altogether? Check out these tips for transitioning out of the full-time workforce and finding after-work-life balance.

September 25, 2024

5 Ways to Overcome a Career Plateau

Feeling uncertain about where your career is headed or how to advance? Follow these steps to break free from a career plateau and continue thriving professionally.

November 5, 2024

How to Achieve Career Clarity

As the job market becomes more specialized, being able to define the problems you’re an expert at solving is key. Achieve career clarity with these tips on how to explain the value your skills bring to an employer’s bottom line.

March 14, 2025

Expert Insights: Digital Accessibility

Learn about the challenges some people with disabilities face when trying to access computers, 10 tips for getting started with digital accessibility and more during this recorded webinar.

December 13, 2024

Expert Insights: Unlocking Success in Product Marketing

Discover what hiring managers are looking for in product marketing candidates as well as how to craft winning product marketing strategies and apply generative AI every step of the way during this recorded webinar.

February 27, 2025

5 Ways for Promoting Well-Being in the Workplace

We all know life can get a bit hectic sometimes. But the good news is that there are ways to prioritize your mental and physical well-being even while you’re at work. Check out these tips so you can be on the path to a healthier, happier you.

March 17, 2025

Expert Insights: Navigating the Future of Social Media Marketing

Explore the latest trends shaping the social media landscape, including emerging technologies and significant changes at leading platforms in this recorded webinar.

March 19, 2025

Expert Insights: Editing and AI

Discover how to use AI to improve your business communication skills, expand your editing and writing services as well as learn about new changes to the publishing industry in this recorded webinar.

March 31, 2025

Application Tracking Systems Demystified: Separating Fact from Fiction in Hiring

If you’re worried about ATS automatically rejecting your resume, don’t — it’s a myth! Read on to separate ATFS fact from fiction and how to help ensure your resume gets into the hands of humans.

April 25, 2025

5 Strategies for Unlocking Your Leadership Potential

Ready to step up from an individual contributor role to become a team lead or manager? Check out these 5 tips for unlocking your leadership potential to open exciting new opportunities in your career.

June 20, 2025

Cover Letters: Go Big or Go Home

Applying for a job? Write a cover letter that reflects your strengths and sets you apart from the AI-generated pack using these tips from career coach Matt Youngquist.

August 23, 2025

5 Practical and Powerful Ways to Show Your Value at Work

Whether you're after a raise, promotion, or more responsibility, your growth starts with showing your value. Use these 5 powerful strategies to demonstrate your worth.

February 24, 2026

5 Tips for Getting Hired in the AI Era

Want to stand out in this fast-moving, tech-powered job market? Check out these smart, actionable tips.

September 15, 2025

Expert Insights: Transitioning into the Nonprofit Sector

Explore what skills are in demand in the nonprofit sector, what challenges to expect and how to navigate the shift from other sectors into mission-driven work in this recorded webinar.

October 22, 2025

Expert Insights: How AI is Shaping Instructional Design

Learn how AI is transforming instructional design, what AI can (and can’t) do and ways to future-proof your role with essential new skills in this recorded webinar.

December 8, 2025

Expert Insights: Exploring Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition

Discover a faster, lower-risk route to business ownership — learn key ETA strategies and gain insight into the field in this recorded webinar.

December 18, 2025

8 Expert Tips to Audit and Elevate Your 2026 Job Search

Want to boost your job search in 2026? Ask yourself these 8 game-changing questions to make sure you’re leveling up your entire approach.

February 9, 2026

Expert Insights: AI and Writing for Work

Find out how AI tools can help you craft clear, effective business communication and streamline writing processes in this recorded webinar.

March 16, 2026

Expert Insights: AI for Project & Process Leaders