NUL Digital Career Success Series
Professional development with an eye towards growth
TOOLS TO ENCOURAGE PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
The Digital Career Success Series (DCSS) is a professional development series that helps members of our Urban League Young Professional chapters and other diverse job seekers like you to develop new skill sets that will enhance your career.
DCSS provides an opportunity for remote professional development right from your computer.
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| November 20, 2024 | UPSKILLING FOR THE DIGITAL AGE | This week, during our last free career development webinar of 2024, Upskilling for the Digital Age, we heard from Afua Laast of LaastThoughts and Chris Gee of Chris Gee Consulting. They discussed ways to use AI to upskill your digital toolkit, as well as shared many tips and tricks, from online courses to networking to help you upskill into the job you want or make your current role better. | Afua Laast | LinkedIn Chris Gee | LinkedIn |
| November 6, 2024 | THE ART OF NEGOTIATION | Master negotiation techniques for the workplace. | Karla Wagner | LinkedIn |
| October 30, 2024 | MASTERING MESSAGING | Enhance your professional communication skills for career enhancement. | Gabrielle Gambrell | LinkedIn |
| October 23, 2024 | NEXT LEVEL LINKEDIN |
Enhance your professional communication skills for career success. |
Kavell Brown | LinkedIn |
| October 2, 2024 | DECODING FAMILY FINANCE | During Decoding Family Finance, we heard from the lively and talented Vanessa Lindley Lindley who shared her unique perspectives on how to have those difficult but necessary money conversations with your family. What amazing information she shared. | Vanessa Lindley | LinkedIn |
| Spetember 4, 2024 | AI IN THE WORKPLACE | This week we heard from the lively and talented Stephanie Shabazz shared her unique perspectives on where AI in the workplace is going and how you can get ahead in your career by using these resources and best practices. | Stephanie Shabazz | LinkedIn |
| June 12, 2024 | ADVANCEMENT ACCELERATOR | Advancement Accelerator, we heard from the incredible Zakiyyah Ali, Executive Director of Tech Council of Delaware, and Terry Jones, Global Certified Career Coach, where they shared their secrets to success and how to use goals to achieve your career ambitions. |
Zakiyyah Ali | LinkedIn Terry Jones | LinkedIn |
| May 29, 2024 | MENTORSHIP DYNAMICS | Mentor Dynamics, we heard from the incredible Keisha Ebbesen and Ryan C. Warner, as they explored how mentorship can transform your personal and professional growth, empowering you to navigate challenges and seize opportunities confidently. It’s worth the watch! |
Keisha Ebbesen | LinkedIn Ryan C. Warner, Ph.D | LinkedIn |
| May 15, 2024 | MINDFULNESS & PRODUCTIVITY | Mindfulness and Productivity, we heard from the incredible Maya Sabin, Manager of Learning & Development BSE Global, and Julia Rock, Founder & CEO Rock Career Development, linkedin.com/in/julia-rock/ how to use mindfulness to increase efficiency and productivity. |
Maya Sabin | LinkedIn Julia Rock | LinkedIn |
| May 1, 2024 | BOUNDARIES FOR BALANCE | This week, during our latest free #DCSS: Boundaries For Balance, we heard from the incredible Nicole Smith, Founder, Life & Executive Coach of Smitn, how to establish healthy boundaries that enhance productivity, reduce stress, and foster greater well-being. | Nicole Smith | LinkedIn |
| April 17, 2024 | TOTAL REWARDS TALK | This week we heard from two HR leaders in their field, Dr. Maiysha Clairborne, Founder & CEO of Mind ReMapping Academy, and Erica Woods, Co-Founder/Transformational Coach at HumanTech Consulting, about how to take advantage of your workplace benefits. Sometimes you don’t even know all the extras that are available to you. Watch to learn how NOT to leave money on the table. |
Dr. Maiysha Clairborne | LinkedIn Erica Woods | LinkedIn |
| April 3, 2024 | MAKING MONEY MOVES | In Making Money Moves, Dana L. Wilson, MBA, CEO & Founder of CHIP (Changing How Individuals Prosper) and Byron Logan, Assistant Vice President & Business Banking Relationship Manager of M&T Bank, taught us how to begin saving early, OR, if that wasn't your path, start saving now! |
Byron Logan | LinkedIn |
| March 20, 2024 | WOMEN LEADING THE WAY IN AI | We heard from two AI experts Afua Bruce, Principal of ANB Advisory Group LLC, and Angle Bush, MSA, President and Founder of Black Women In Artificial Intelligence. They shared helpful tips on how to use AI for taking notes, how to get into the field of Artificial Intelligence, and how to use AI to make a difference. |
Afua Bruce | LinkedIn Angle Bush | LinkedIn |
| March 6, 2024 | EMPOWERING FUTURES | In Women Leading the Way in DEI, we heard from two DEI experts, Tyra L. Orange and Kim Barker. They shared inspiring stories and impactful approaches to how to implement DEI into your workplace. |
Kim Barker Lee | LinkedIn Tyra L. Orange | LinkedIn |
| February 21, 2024 | PROFESSIONAL PIVOTS | In Professional Pivots, we heard from two career experts in the field of pivoting in your career. Rewatch if you missed this career development webinar to learn how to pivot in your career, pivot with intention, use transferrable skills and networking, and be open to opportunities in your current role. |
Kim R. Wells | LinkedIn Jerrilynn Lind | LinkedIn |
| February 7, 2024 | CRAFTING YOUR DIGITAL PERSONA | Discover how to effectively develop and promote your personal brand in the digital space. | Portia Obeng | LinkedIn |
| January 17, 2024 | CHARTING YOUR CAREER | This week we heard Sophia Ottey, CEO and Career Alignment Coach of OSPP Resume Writing, and Michael Robinson, M.S. - Director of Community Outreach and Hiring, Adjunct Professor of Fox School of Business, Temple University give us the download of how to use self-assessments and S.M.A.R.T Goals to chart your career! |
Sophia Ottey | Website Michael Robinson |
| November 15, 2023 | RECOVER FROM BURNOUT | Recover from Burnout, we heard from Consultant and Coach at Chaunel Christine, LLC, and Jenny Cazquez-Newsum, Founder and CEO of Untapped Leaders, LLC, who gave us the tools and resources to ensure we adapt to workplace change to recognize and avoid burnout. Rewatch if you missed this career development webinar to learn how to balance your work life and home life and keep the overwhelm to a minimum. |
Chaunel Johnson | LinkedIn Jenny Cazquez-Newsum |
| October 17, 2023 | UPSKILLING | Hear new tactics and strategies for upskilling into the roles you want from Amanda Hunter and Jamie Campbell. Is it time for a change? |
Amanda Hunter | LinkedIn Jamie Campbell | LinkedIn |
| October 4, 2023 | WORK LIKE AN ENTREPRENEUR | Build strategies to successfully leave your 9 to 5 behind with Sandra Garcia, Founder of Encounter Your Potential. Isn’t it time for a change? | Sandra Garcia | LinkedIn |
| September 20, 2023 | NO RELEVANT EXPERIENCE, NO PROBLEM | No Relevant Experience? No Problem, we heard from Landi Spearman of Organized SHIFT. She helped guide us on how to navigate switching careers without traditional experience. | Landi Spearman | LinkedIn |
| September 6, 2023 | ENTREPRENUER & INTRAPRENEUR | This week we heard from two amazing speakers, Melinda Emerson, President of @SmallBizLady Enterprises, and Aleesha Worthington, VP, Quallis Brands Co., who helped us understand and define potential avenues of a career roadmap. | Melinda Emerson | LinkedIn Aleesha Worthington | LinkedIn |
| June 7, 2023 | FOR THE CULTURE | This week we heard from Dr. Donte Vaughn on how it's not just about finding any company; it's about finding the organization that aligns with your values, ignites your passion, and propels you toward greatness. | Dr. Donte Vaughn | LinkedIn |
| May 24, 2023 | EMPATHETIC LEADERSHIP | This week during our latest #DCSS: Empathetic Leadership, we heard from Alfred Ojukwu and Dr. Nikia Owens as they shared their insights and practical tips on how to lead with empathy, listen actively, cultivate emotional intelligence, and develop self-awareness. Rewatch if you missed this career development webinar. |
Alfred Ojukwu | LinkedIn Dr. Nikia Owens | LinkedIn |
| May 10, 2023 | RESILIENCE & RESOLVE | Learn how to get unstuck in your job search and how to move forward. Rewatch if you missed this career development webinar to learn how to balance your work life and home life and keep the overwhelm to a minimum. | |
| April 27, 2023 | BEYOND BENEFITS | Navigate salary increases, benefits, earnings and investing to meet your goals. Build your wealth. | Terron Tidwell | LinkedIn Cassandra Rose | LinkedIn |
| April 5, 2023 | KNOW YOUR WORTH |
Hear about pay transparency and tips for negotiating your next salary with the "Salary Coach", Zana Mathuthu. Get what you deserve! |
Lulu Seikaly | LinkedIn Zana Mathuthu | LinkedIn |
| March 29, 2023 | NOBODY'S PERFECT |
Explore the myths of Black exceptionalism and it's impact on mental health. Learn from Black women in the workplace. |
Aerial M. Ellis, Ed.D. | LinkedIn Vedet Coleman-Robinson, Ph.D. | LinkedIn |
| March 15, 2023 | HER WAY |
Her Way is a special Women’s History Month conversation with former NBA Publicist turned Media Maven, Ahyiana Angel . Join us to hear how she pivoted careers to align with her passions. |
Ahyiana Angel | LinkedIn |
| March 1, 2023 | CAREER TRANSITIONS | We are kicking off Women’s History Month with a dynamic speaker Nikita Lawrence, Nikita the Mentor is the founder and CEO, Wealth Success Chamber Enterprises LLC. Nikita is a dynamic bestselling author, and certified executive coach. She specializes in leading women leaders out of burnout and imposter syndrome into their next Identity affirming breakthrough, so that they can succeed in their purpose and at their workplace. |
Nikita Lawrence | LinkedIn Jennifer Tardy | LinkedIn |
| February 15, 2023 1:00PM EST | LinkedIn LABS | This week during our latest #DCSS and Virtual Career Fair, we had a special conversation with Lorraine K. Lee - Virtual Keynote Speaker, Course Instructor, and Consultant on how to make connections, grow your following and make your presence known on LinkedIn. | Lorraine K. Lee | LinkedIn |
| February 15, 2023 11:00AM EST |
LinkedIn LABS: POWERFULLY NAVIGATING YOUR FUTURE WITH A SKILLS-FIRST MINDSET |
Black History month is a time for us to build upon lessons of the past and create our future. This fireside chat with Rosanna will be grounded in LinkedIn's latest research on Black professionals, current trends in our environment and career management strategies to help us to navigate. |
Rosanna Durruthy | LinkedIn |
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January 18, 2023
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Develop and maintain career confidence! We'll help you create a strategy based on your skills and experience with Tricia Sitemere, Career Strategist and Consultant Laisha McDaniel Rockfon North America, Head of Product Management. |
Laisha McDaniel, MPM | LinkedIn Tricia Sitemere (Eboigbe) | LinkedIn |
| November 2, 2022 | LEVEL UP FOR 2023 |
Tune in for data-driven tips to understand anticipated trends for the marketplace in 2023, top global risks and how to find and leverage resources to finesse career development with Dolapo Adedeji, Protiviti Director, Internal Audit and Financial Advisory, Didi D. Moore, Robert Half Internal Talent Strategist, Legal U.S. Operations and moderator, Natasha Barnes, Robert Half Associate Director. |
Dolapo Adedeji | LinkedIn Didi D. Moore | LinkedIn |
| October 26, 2022 | DIVING INTO ENTREPRENEURSHIP | Learn how to develop your entrepreneurial spirit and build your passion with Philip Gaskin, Vice President of Entrepreneurship at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and Aisha Taylor Issah, Founder and CEO Sistahs in Business Expo. |
Philip Gaskin | LinkedIn Aisha Taylor | LinkedIn |
| October 5, 2022 | SMALL BUSINESS START-UP |
Small business makes up over 99% of all businesses, discover how to start and manage a small business with Keith Ellison, Program Director of the Entrepreneur Center, Urban League of Philadelphia and Paula Watts, Founder and CEO Government Procurement Innovators, LLC. |
Keith Ellison | LinkedIn Paula Watts | LinkedIn |
| September , 28, 2022 | MEETING A MENTOR |
Discuss how to obtain and build a relationship with a professional mentor with Daarina Musaddiq, Director of IT Foundational Support in the Tech Ops organization at Anheuser Busch.
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Daarina Musaddiq | LinkedIn |
| September 7, 2022 | BUILDING YOUR BRAND | Learn how to identify and build your brand to create the career you want with Brandon Williams, a former NFL Player. |
Brandon Williams | LinkedIn |
| June 22, 2022 | DIVERSITY MATTERS |
A discussion on how and why diversity matters in an organization/corporation’s structure, sponsored by Anehuser-Busch. |
b. Marcell Williams | LinkedIn |
| May 11, 2022 | TIME TO REDEFINE "PROFESSIONAL" | Watch this session to hear the latest research from LinkedIn, and implications for personal branding and thought leadership. We will also review new research regarding Black Professionals, how to leverage new trends. |
Minjae Ormes | LinkedIn Jacqueline Jones | LinkedIn |
| April 27, 2022 | CRYPTOCURRENCY |
Have you ever wondered what cryptocurrency is? Learn the basics with leaders in the space, founder of UnitedCoin, Derek Jones and founder of Instamint, Jamiel Sheikh. We will cover bitcoin, blockchain, NFTs, and everything you need to know to consider investing! |
Jamiel Sheikh | LinkedIn Derek Jones | LinkedIn |
| April 13, 2022 | CONQUER STUDENT LOAN DEBT |
Learn how to develop and manage a plan to pay off student loan debt with Katherine Welbeck of Student Borrower Protection Center. Kat Welbeck is the Director of Advocacy & Civil Rights Counsel at the Student Borrower Protection Center where her work primarily focuses on examining the student debt crisis through a lens of racial and economic justice. |
Kat Welbeck | LinkedIn |
| March 30, 2022 | WOMEN BUILDING LEGACY | To close out Women’s History Month we are having a discussion about building the blueprint for legacy through business and community with two millennial Black women, entrepreneur, Lauren Miller and actor, writer & producer, X Mayo. In this session you will learn what it means to leave a legacy, why it’s important, determining what your legacy should be and much more! |
Lauren Miller | Instagram |
| March 16, 2022 | KNACK FOR NETWORKING | Acquire skills for networking to help increase your professional tribe with leadership and visibility coach and trainer Kandia Johnson. In this session you will develop a mindset for networking, identify ways to break the ice to start a conversation, how to deliver an effective elevator pitch and more! |
Kandia Johnson | LinkedIn Elle Pierson | LinkedIn |
| March 2, 2022 | DEVELOPING YOUR PROFESSIONAL PLAN |
Craft your professional development plan to help advance your career towards your goals with Troy P. Thompson. Troy P. Thompson is a Personal Development and Leadership Consultant who partners with workforce development organizations, trade associations and universities to provide professional development program consulting and training. |
Troy P. Thompson | LinkedIn |
| February 16, 2022 | Looking for a summer internship? Join us for a special conversation with Benjamin Moore's Talent Acquisitions Manager, Paul Newman as he shares the importance of internships, how to get an internship, and information about Benjamin Moore's internship program. | Paul Newman | LinkedIn | |
| February 2, 2022 | CAREER TRANSITIONS | Looking to change careers or a new job? Even without “The Great Resignation,” people of color will change careers five times during their working years, and most do it for one of two reasons: Pay increase, or a new challenge. Pivot rates are highest among mid-career employees that stayed put through the height of the pandemic. As we now turn towards recovery, workers are leaving in droves. |
Julia Rock | LinkedIn |
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January 26, 2022
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Join us for a supportive and educational session about the proper measurements we should we take when getting acclimated back into the workplace during a pandemic. Learn how businesses are pivoting toward recovery plans, how employers can make employees feel safe when returning to work, and identify how to approach concerns when returning to work. | Eboné Carrington | LinkedIn |
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January 20, 2021
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The virtual recruitment process is here to stay but are you prepared to bring your A-game to the new normal? Attendees will gain a first-hand look on best practices and how to succeed in the virtual world. | Tristan Layfield | Layfield Resume Consulting |
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February 3, 2021
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Attendees will learn key strategies on how to make a successful career pivot in the age of Covid-19. | Kanika Tolver, Home | Kanika Tolver |
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February 17, 2021
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Job seekers have faced new and unprecedented challenges in searching for a job. Attendees will discover how to effectively look for jobs while managing job search burnout. | Yusuf Wilson | LinkedIn | |
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March 10, 2021
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During this webinar, attendees will hear different perspectives on how to cope with managing families, maintaining your career, and navigating a healthy work-life balance. |
Diana Hilaire | LinkedIn Simone Morris | LinkedIn |
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March 24, 2021
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On average, women make roughly 88% of what men make in the workplace. Join us for a panel discussion on the fight for pay equity and learn the strategies on how to advocate for equal pay. | Joi Chaney | LinkedIn | |
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April 7, 2021
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Attendees will learn how to create an inclusive and diverse workforce that is good for business and how to move the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conversation forward. |
Byna Elliott | LinkedIn Jil Littlejohn Bostick | LinkedIn |
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April 21, 2021
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Attendees will learn the importance of developing a “beginner’s mindset” to learn new skills and tools to thrive in the workplace amongst a diverse workforce. |
Billie Moliere | LinkedIn Maya Reid | LinkedIn |
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May 5, 2021
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Explore the difference between sponsorship, mentorship, advocates and coaching and why they are important for successful career growth. | Kimberly Pack | LinkedIn | |
| May 19, 2021 | LEVERAGING YOUR COMMUNITY | Attendees will learn different strategies to leverage their community to build their brand and ultimately expand their professional network. | Zachary Nunn | LinkedIn |
| June 2, 2021 | THE ART OF AUTHENTICITY | During this session, attendees will learn the skills needed to bring their authentic self to the workplace and in their careers. | Damola Oshin | LinkedIn |
| June 16, 2021 | IMPOSTER SYNDROME - THE SECRET FEAR OF HIGH ACHIEVERS | During this webinar, attendees will learn new strategies and methods on how to conquer imposter syndrome while preserving their mental health. |
Marcus Cooper | LinkedIn Nicole Smith | Website |
| June 30, 2021 | SELLING YOUR STORY | During this webinar, attendees will learn tips and strategies in creating a professional narrative for themselves. | John Shipp | LinkedIn |
| July 14, 2021 | LINKEDIN: BEYOND THE BASICS | Explore how to go beyond the basics and use proven strategies to advance your career on LinkedIn. | Monica Guzman | LinkedIn |
| August 4, 2021 | THE EVERYDAY ENTREPRENEUR | This week's attendees heard from Brandon Andrews, diversity talent scout for Shark Tank. Brandon gave us a deep sneak peek into what to consider when deciding to take your side hustle to the next level, but also how to uncover your entrepreneurial spirit. Hear more of his insight now by watching Wednesday's recording sponsored by Nestlé. | Brandon Andrews | LinkedIn |
| August 18, 2021 | THE SIDE HUSTLE GENERATION | Combined with the traditional 9-5, many individuals struggle with finding the right strategy to be successful in both a full time job and side hustle. During this webinar we heard from Jessica L. Williams of Tech Biz Gurl about best practices needed to balance a full-time job and a side hustle. Sponsored by Adecco Group | Jessica L. Williams | Tech Biz Gurl |
| September 1, 2021 | THINK LIKE A BOSS | This week we heard from Nikoa Evans, Co-Founder of Harlem Park to Park. She shared her experiences with strategies and methods on how to tap into your entrepreneurial spirit in to take your million dollar idea and turn it into reality. Our event was sponsored by Verizon. | Nikoa Evans | Website |
| September 15, 2021 | MONEY MATTERS | During this week’s free #DCSS webinar, we had an enlightening discussion with Wayne W. Williams, Professor of Accounting at Temple University, for people wanting to start a business but unsure on how to finance it. We learned how to leverage resources to turn an idea into reality and ways to navigate funding for your startup or existing business. Our event was sponsored by @The Adecco Group | Wayne W. Williams | LinkedIn |
| October 6, 2021 | VIRTUAL EQUITY | This week during our latest #DCSS - Virtual Equity - we heard from the talented Dr. Yolanda Lewis on how to overcome unconscious bias and microaggressions in the virtual world. Our event was sponsored by Verizon. | Dr. Yolanda Lewis-Ragland | Website |
| October 13, 2021 | SHATTERING THE CEILING: WOMEN IN STEM | This week we during our latest #DCSS, we had a discussion with Kimberly Gray of Uvii and Ashley Furnace of @Anheuser-Busch about using your network and data to pave the way for opportunities in STEM. According to a 2018 report from the National Center for Women & Information Technology, 57% of the U.S. workforce is made up of women, but only 26% of technology-related positions are held by women. Our webinar was sponsored by Anheuser-Busch Foundation |
Ashley Furnace | LinkedIn
Kimberley Gray | LinkedIn |
| November 3, 2021 | BREAKING INTO TECH | People of color face various barriers to entering the Tech Industry. During this webinar, attendees will learn how to break into tech and prepare for the jobs of tomorrow. | Mark Hill | LinkedIn |
