Mentorship

The 5 Biggest Roadblocks for Entry-Level UI/UX Designers & How to Overcome Them

Landing your first UI/UX job isn’t just about knowing design tools—it’s about strategy, mindset, and persistence. In this insightful session, Muaaz Ahmad broke down the biggest hurdles beginners face and how to crush them like a pro! From building a killer portfolio to acing interviews, here’s everything you need to know.

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Building Resilience: A Powerful Session with Nina Siddiqui

Have you ever felt completely mentally, emotionally, and physically drained by the challenges life throws at you? If yes, then you’re not alone. We recently had an incredible session on Building Resilience led by Nina Siddiqui, a resiliency coach and applied psychologist, along with Wajeeha Jalal and Marium Salman from IEC’s placement team. The session was filled with eye-opening discussions, engaging activities, and practical strategies to help us bounce stronger from adversity.

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Unlocking the Future: AI-Powered Entrepreneurship with Muhammad Ali Abbas

Have you ever wondered how AI could shape your career or even help you build your own business? That’s exactly what we explored in an insightful session featuring Muhammad Ali Abbas, CEO and founder of Harbro. The discussion brought together students and professionals from various tech fields—UI/UX, web development, data analytics, and AI—to dive deep into AI-powered entrepreneurship.

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Breaking into Data Analysis | Industry Expectations & Job Market Insights

Thinking about diving into data analysis? Safwah Siddiqui broke it down in the most relatable way—turns out, being a data analyst is part detective, part storyteller, and part magician! Whether you’re a beginner or already on the data journey, this webinar was packed with insights on how to stand out, stay relevant, and secure your dream job.

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Mentorship Matters: Unlocking Potential in Tech Careers

Mentorship is a cornerstone of success in any career, and it’s especially vital in the fast-paced tech industry. At the Institute of Emerging Careers (IEC), our mentorship programs are crafted to provide students with the personalized guidance and support they need to thrive in high-impact, fulfilling careers.

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Reflections That Redefined My Path: The Next Chapter for Women Returning to Work

Stepping back into the workforce after a career break can feel daunting, but what if that break wasn’t a setback? What if it was actually a launchpad? This was the perspective that Fatima Jafri, a DevOps Engineer at Paessler GmbH Germany, shared in her insightful session, “The Next Chapter: A Practical Guide for Women Returning to Work.”

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Unlocking Career Growth on LinkedIn

You know that feeling when you’re scrolling through LinkedIn and see people landing amazing jobs, making connections, and growing their careers? And then you wonder, How do they do it? Well, that’s exactly what we explored in our latest webinar, Post with Purpose: Unlocking Career Growth on LinkedIn for Tech Professionals with the incredible Ayesha Afridi.

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The Art of Soft Skills: Lessons from a Transformational Communication Class

Our mentor ADILA KHALID vividly explained why soft skills aren’t just “nice-to-have” but “must-have” tools in today’s professional landscape. A case study shared during the session stood out: a brilliant developer lost a promising job due to poor conflict resolution skills. It struck me how technical expertise alone isn’t enough; being approachable, empathetic, and a great communicator truly sets one apart.

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