Tag: Professionalism

How to Reply Professionally to a Rude Email

Email remains an effective way to communicate in the workplace and is often the preferred method of communication for many businesses. All of us have seen an increase in emails. Our inboxes can be overwhelming to deal with on most days. As the number of emails has grown rapidly, there has been an increase in ...

Dismantling Bias and Embracing Identity at Work

Earlier this semester, the Center for Career Development’s student leaders hosted an event, “Code-Switching & the Workplace,” at the Howard Thurman Center. We are excited to share some photos, highlights, and takeaways from this event with the BU community! This event’s media, research, and content were produced and thoughtfully curated by POC student leaders, in ...

Career Readiness Competencies: Building a Strong Foundation for Professional Success

In today's competitive job market, employers are seeking candidates who possess not only technical skills but also a range of essential professional competencies and life skills. To bridge the gap between higher education and industry, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has developed a set of eight career readiness competencies. These competencies are ...