AI and the Mid Career Professional – The “Great Re-Skilling” Reality

The narrative surrounding AI often oscillates between two extremes: a utopian future of leisure or a dystopian wasteland of unemployment. For mid-career professionals—those roughly aged 35 to 55—the reality is far more nuanced. Unlike entry-level workers who are digital natives or executives who steer the ship, mid-career pros are the “engine room” of the global… Read More AI and the Mid Career Professional – The “Great Re-Skilling” Reality

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Staying relevant in the AI era – A guide for mid-career professionals

*NOTE : This is an article with some excellent insights and practical solutions recently published by cfainstitute.org and theconversation.com Dec 2025 As artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into daily workflows across investment management, how can mid-career professionals adapt and thrive? Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation have the potential to enhance productivity, improve outcomes and reshape… Read More Staying relevant in the AI era – A guide for mid-career professionals

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How AI anxiety is upending career ambitions in 2026

AI has convinced computer science students to shift majors and white-collar workers to change careers, while some are embracing it Matthew Ramirez started at Western Governors University as a computer science major in 2025, drawn by the promise of a high-paying, flexible career as a programmer. But as headlines mounted about tech layoffs and AI’s potential to replace… Read More How AI anxiety is upending career ambitions in 2026

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Battling Burnout? A Post-Pandemic Career Change Might Be the Answer

The pandemic fundamentally altered daily life for many. Approximately 9.6 millionAmericans lost their jobs, and millions more saw their professions change dramatically. While around 17 percent of U.S. professionals worked from home at least five days a week pre-pandemic, 44 percent did once lockdowns began restricting workplace activities. While the days of shelter-in-place orders are generally behind everyone, the pandemic… Read More Battling Burnout? A Post-Pandemic Career Change Might Be the Answer

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20 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started my Career (Part 2)

Every time I speak with fellow working women and men, one of the most prevalent remarks I get is: “I wish I knew this before I started my career”. Hindsight being 20/20, there’s always something we can learn. I believe it’s our responsibility to go back and share these lessons, especially with those who may just be starting out, or may be wondering if their own lessons are valid.… Read More 20 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started my Career (Part 2)

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What Makes for a Successful Midlife Career Transition?

Second verse: not the same as the first. Journalist Kerry Hannon remixed that old pop hit in the column she wrote for U.S. News and World Report, “Second Acts.” A specialist in careers, retirement and personal finance, Hannon has traveled the country interviewing people who’ve made successful career transitions at midlife — often into very… Read More What Makes for a Successful Midlife Career Transition?

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Turn Your Wandering Career Path Into a Secret Weapon

By Nathaniel Koloc For those of us who’ve experienced the adventurous-yet-agonizing wanderlust of a post-college career journey – six months here, nine months there, never settling for long – there is nothing more fearsome than being interviewed and hearing the hiring manager ask this question: So… You have quite the background! You‘ve done so many… Read More Turn Your Wandering Career Path Into a Secret Weapon

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Passion Vs. Hobby – Which One Is Better For Your Career?

J.T. O’Donnell | Founder Jeanine Tanner “J.T.” O’Donnell is a career strategist and workplace consultant who help American workers of all ages find greater professional satisfaction. Unlike other advisors, O’Donnell works with both individual clients and corporations, giving her access to emerging workforce trends. She has 18+ years of experience, managing, training, and coaching people… Read More Passion Vs. Hobby – Which One Is Better For Your Career?

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