Ask a Mentor 12 - Women Communicators of Austin

Ask a Mentor: Help! Yours, Overwhelmed New Resolver

by Danielle Urban | Jan 16, 2016 | Ask a Mentor, Feature News, Featured Home

Written by Julie Tereshchuk. This is going to be the year I finally get my act together and figure out where I’m going with my career. But, I don’t know where to start. Any suggestions? Networking is key at every stage of one’s career. Informational interviews...

Ask a Mentor: Any Tips On Navigating Office Holiday Parties?

by Danielle Urban | Dec 14, 2015 | Ask a Mentor, Feature News, Featured Home

Written by Julie Tereshchuk. I’m a recent graduate, who is used to client meetings and the like, but feel confused about the blurred lines at office social events. Make sure not to drink too much! Also use this opportunity to get to know your colleagues in a more...

Ask a Mentor: My English Degree is Getting Me Nowhere

by Danielle Urban | Nov 10, 2015 | Ask a Mentor, Feature News, Featured Home

Written by Sandra Kleinsasser. I am a recent college graduate and I can’t seem to get a communications job. I thought my English degree would be enough, but maybe it is holding me back. Any suggestions? No degree will hold you back if you use it to your advantage...

Ask a Mentor: Do you have any tips for work-life balance? I’m almost too busy to ask

by Danielle Urban | Oct 15, 2015 | Ask a Mentor, Feature News, Featured Home

Written by Sandra Kleinsasser. Dear WCA Mentors, I’m a working mom and sometimes juggling my full-time job and kids is about all I can handle. I have a feeling I could learn from someone who has already traveled this route. Would it be OK to ask for a mentor who could...

Ask A Mentor: Do I Have Enough Experience To Be A Mentor?

by Danielle Urban | Sep 16, 2015 | Ask a Mentor, Feature News, Featured Home

Dear Mentors, I was surprised when someone suggested that I volunteer as a mentor. I admit that I like helping my peers, but I’ve only been a professional for three years. Would I bring any value as a mentor or will others think I am too young? – Potential...

Ask A Mentor: Am I Ready to Ask for Help?

by Danielle Urban | Aug 24, 2015 | Ask a Mentor, Feature News, Featured Home

Written by Sandra Kleinsasser. Dear Mentors, I’ve decided to ask for a Mentor, but I feel like I need to get my act together first. What is expected of a Mentee and what are my responsibilities in the relationship? –Nervous You don’t need a lot of preparation to...