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Supercharge Your Career
by joining the GWI Career Accelerator
Whether you’re stepping into the job market or leveling up, the Career Accelerator Series has you covered. Each 5-week module is designed to give you the tools to stand out, get noticed, and thrive at work—from networking like a pro to owning your workday like a boss.
Take one, take both—either way, you’ll walk away with real-world skills to land opportunities and make moves that matter.
Start Strong.
Stay Ahead.
The Career Accelerator Series is a two-module, five-week program designed to give young women (18-26) the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in the workplace. Whether you're launching your career or ready to make your mark, this program helps you build a strong professional identity, expand your network, and tackle workplace challenges with confidence.
Take one module or both—the more you invest, the further you'll go.
About the Career Accelerator
What You’ll Gain
Strategic Communication Skills – Master workplace communication, from receiving feedback like a pro to leading impactful conversations and managing meetings with confidence.
Networking Expertise – Build meaningful professional relationships and learn how to leverage your network for career growth.
Personal Branding – Develop a strong, authentic professional identity that sets you apart and makes a lasting impression.
Workplace Readiness – Gain real-world skills to manage your time, set priorities, and navigate hybrid work environments like a boss.
Earn a Micro-Credential – At the end of each module, receive a shareable, verifiable badge to showcase your achievements on LinkedIn, resumes, and portfolios.
How It Works
5-Session Online Modules – Join live, interactive sessions once a week, led by industry experts and professionals who know what it takes to succeed.
Hands-On Learning – Build confidence with practical exercises, real-world scenarios, and workplace simulations designed to prepare you for success.
Collaborative Environment – Connect with a community of peers in small, supportive sessions where you can share experiences and learn from one another.
Action-Oriented Application – Put your new skills to work with real-world exercises that showcase your growth.
Earn Personalized Feedback – Get tailored insights and guidance from instructors to help you refine your approach and stand out in the workplace.
Why Join?
Real-World Skills That Matter – Learn the tools to confidently navigate your early career, from networking and communication to managing your workload like a pro.
Personalized Growth – Get live coaching and feedback tailored to your unique career journey, helping you sharpen your skills and build confidence.
Flexible & Accessible – Join from anywhere—this fully online program fits seamlessly into your schedule. All you need is a laptop and internet connection!
Targeted Career Development – Master key workplace skills like networking, interviewing, goal setting, and professional communication to stand out in any role.
Showcase Your Success – Earn a micro-credential for each module and highlight it on LinkedIn, resumes, and portfolios to impress employers and schools!
We have created a robust and detailed program that covers a wide range of professional development topics and objectives. All students receive a micro-credential upon completing our graduation requirements.
What is a Micro-Credential?
A micro-credential is a focused, verifiable recognition of the skills and knowledge you gain through our programs. Upon completing the program, you’ll earn a digital badge—a shareable, online credential that showcases your achievements and expertise.
How Can You Use It?
Showcase Your Skills: Add your digital badge to your LinkedIn profile, resume, and professional portfolio to stand out to employers and schools.
Share Your Accomplishments: Post your badge on social media to highlight your success and inspire others.
Build Your Professional Brand: Use your micro-credential to demonstrate your readiness to lead, innovate, and make an impact in your field.
Boost Your Applications: Include it in college essays, scholarship applications, or internship interviews to showcase your initiative and skills.
Your micro-credential is more than a badge; it’s a powerful tool to help you achieve your career and academic goals while setting you apart in today’s competitive world.
After completing the enrollment form, do not forget to navigate to the cart in the upper right-hand corner to complete your registration!
Career Accelerator | Preparing for a Career
Preparing for a Career helps you build your professional reputation, strengthen your online presence, and develop the skills to confidently navigate professional conversations. Learn what you’ll cover in each session below.
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What You’ll Learn:
The power of a professional reputation
Defining the reputation you want to be known for
Writing a clear professional identity statement
Showing up consistently across environments
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What You’ll Learn:
What makes a strong LinkedIn first impression
How recruiters and professionals view profiles
Optimizing profile visibility
Profile picture and banner best practices
Writing a compelling “About” section
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What You’ll Learn:
The power of social capital
Sharing LinkedIn profiles and connecting with classmates
Building a personalized networking plan
Setting SMART-T networking goals
Strategies for connecting on LinkedIn
Updating your LinkedIn “About” section
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What You’ll Learn:
Navigating professional conversations with confidence
Preparing for meetings and follow-ups
Asking thoughtful questions
Requesting connections via LinkedIn
Communicating clearly in professional settings
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What You’ll Learn:
How to ask for feedback with confidence
Receiving feedback without defensiveness
Managing emotions in professional situations
Asking for help and support
Using feedback to guide next career steps
Career Accelerator | Mastering Work
Mastering Work focuses on what it takes to succeed once you’re on the job — managing priorities, building strong relationships, and taking ownership of your career growth. Learn what you’ll cover in each session below.
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What You’ll Learn:
Making professional connections via LinkedIn
The power of a professional reputation
Understanding your LinkedIn first impression
Optimizing your profile picture, banner image, and headline
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What You’ll Learn:
Sharing updated LinkedIn profiles and connecting with classmates
Defining the reputation you want to earn
Aligning daily actions with your reputation
Using LinkedIn to learn about colleagues and leaders
Writing a compelling LinkedIn “About” section
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What You’ll Learn:
Understanding workflows and attention spans
Block scheduling strategies
Prioritizing tasks and managing inflows
Clarifying expectations and asking the right questions
Using the Impact–Urgency Matrix to triage work
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What You’ll Learn:
Why relationships drive long-term career success
Identifying key relationship types (personal, strategic, operational)
Positioning yourself to be seen and trusted
Using LinkedIn to support and strengthen relationship capital
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What You’ll Learn:
Taking ownership of your career journey
Exploring aspirational roles and career paths
Creating a personal career map
Recognizing tradeoffs and decision points
Using LinkedIn to share your vision and goals
After completing the enrollment form, do not forget to navigate to the cart in the upper right-hand corner to complete your registration!
Why it matters
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Based on research from Harvard, Carnegie Foundation, and Stanford, 85% of career success relies on strong soft skills, with hard skills contributing only 15%.
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The GWI Corporate Workshops have been developed by GWI’s leadership educators to fill that critical soft skills gap for early-career women.
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LinkedIn reports 80% of talent professionals emphasize the importance of soft skills. Despite this, in 2010, just 27.6% of budgets spent on US employee learning targeted soft skill development.
Top FAQs
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The Career Accelerator equips young women with the skills, confidence, and tools to succeed in any professional setting. Through this program, you will:
✔ Gain Real-World Career Skills – Master strategic communication, networking, and workplace readiness to excel in any industry.
✔ Build a Strong Professional Network – Connect with like-minded peers, mentors, and industry leaders who can support your career journey.
✔ Develop a Standout Personal Brand – Learn how to market yourself effectively to employers and showcase your strengths on LinkedIn and resumes.
✔ Enhance Time Management & Productivity – Gain practical tools to set priorities, stay organized, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
✔ Earn a Digital Credential – Receive a verified, shareable badge upon completion to demonstrate your skills to employers and schools.
This program is designed to set you apart and give you the confidence to take control of your career path!
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Each Career Accelerator module runs for five consecutive weeks, with one-hour live virtual sessions each week. This format allows participants to gain high-impact career skills while balancing school, work, or other commitments.
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The Career Accelerator is designed for young women professionals, ages 18-26, who want to level up their careers, gain essential workplace skills, and build a strong professional network. While the program is geared toward this age group, we welcome anyone eager to grow their career and develop leadership skills.
Students from anywhere in the world may join our program, although class times are based on eastern time zones in the USA.
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Do you charge tuition?
The Career Accelerator is a high-value program designed to equip young women with essential career skills. While you may see a $1,200 program fee listed, our commitment to serving under-resourced communities ensures that 90% of participants enroll at no cost.
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Yes! Over 90% of our students participate at no cost. If your household income is below $80,000, use code GWIWEB at checkout for full tuition assistance - thanks to support from our corporate sponsors, donors, and grant partners.
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