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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 4-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-part, four-week program designed to give young women (18-24) 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
4-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.
Career Accelerator | Preparing for a Career
Preparing for Work helps you build your professional identity, network with confidence, and master key workplace skills like interviewing and feedback. Learn about each session below.
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What You’ll Learn:
Professional identity
The power of consistency
4-step AI prompts for better results
Maintaining professional identity in difficult situations
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What You’ll Learn:
Relationships at work and your support network
Creating a networking plan
SMART goals and accountability
Memorable introductions
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What You’ll Learn:
Meeting management
Mobile phone management
Video meetings
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What You’ll Learn:
The art of receiving feedback
Managing emotions
Asking for feedback
Asking for help
Career Accelerator | Mastering Work
Mastering Work teaches you how to manage your workload, prioritize tasks, and build strong workplace relationships to thrive in any professional setting. Learn about each session below.
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What You’ll Learn:
Maximize productivity time
Stay connected but not overwhelmed
Balancing hybrid work
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What You’ll Learn:
Triage inflows
Urgency impact matrix
Managing expectations
Workflow communication
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What You’ll Learn:
Email strategy
Follow-up strategy
Owning vs contributing
Managing team relationships
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What You’ll Learn:
Setting outcomes
Audience-centric approaches
Memorable communication
Managing a room
Following-up
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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Who is the Career Accelerator for?
The Career Accelerator is designed for young women professionals, ages 18-24, 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.
How long is the Career Accelerator program?
The Career Accelerator runs for four 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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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.
If you don’t already have a discount code, please reach out to programs@girlswithimpact.org to receive one. We’re here to make career advancement accessible to all.
Do you offer financial aid?
Financial aid is offered to students in the USA from low-moderate income households.
If you meet our financial aid requirements you will be awarded a funded / part funded place.
Please see here for our financial aid process.
Please indicate your need for financial aid by emailing ops@girlswithimpact.com.
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