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Ask EDN: October 2018
Ask EDN Question: Hey EDN, I am 33 and I’ve worked in finance most of my career. Lately, I’ve been thinking about exploring a new field or career. I want to know, at 33 how do you transition into or start a new career? Is it even possible? Is it best just to stay the...
October Professional Spotlight: Miela Fetaw
This month’s spotlight is Miela Fetaw. Miela is an Emmy nominated freelance investigative reporter. Read more to learn about Miela and the inspiration behind her unconventional career success. Could you briefly explain some of your responsibilities in your current...
September 2018 Professional Spotlight: Feven Tecleab
This month’s professional spotlight features Feven Tecleab. Feven is the Head of Creative Direction & Branding at the The Serve and Co-Owner and Chief of Creative Direction & Branding for UNTLD & CO. Read this month’s spotlight to learn more about Feven,...
Ask EDN September 2018
Ask EDN Question: I am a 24 Year old Eritrean woman and I’ve been working at a nonprofit in DC for two years as Executive Assistant. The position I applied for was Program Associate but they said I didn’t have the experience needed given I had just graduated. They...
August 2018 Professional Spotlight: Abiel Zewolday
This month's professional spotlight is Abiel Zewolday who inspired us all with his recent graduation speech that focused on his family's journey to the U.S. and the role immigrant's play in this country's success. Abiel is a recent graduate from University of...
Ask EDN August 2018
Ask EDN Question: I graduated with a degree in Computer Science last December from the University of Maryland. I have some work experience and graduated with a 3.6 GPA. I’ve been looking for a job for over 7 months now in IT. I haven’t been able to find anything. I...
July 2018 Professional Spotlight: Elinor Tesfamariam
This month’s professional spotlight features Elinor Tesfamariam. Elinor is a Managing Member and Attorney at Plenpovo Law, PLLC. Read this month’s spotlight to learn more about Elinor, her work, and her path to becoming an Immigration Attorney What is a typical day of...
Ask EDN July 2018
Ask EDN Question: Professionally, is it necessary to be a good networker? I have yet to get a job, promotion, or raise because of my networking skills. My work speaks for itself. I also hate networking. I don’t know what you talk to people about and you can only talk...
June 2018 Professional Spotlight: Lidiaana
This month’s professional spotlight features Eritrean singer, songwriter and producer Lidiaana. Lidiaana has toured venues across the globe, including the acclaimed Royal Festival Hall, and has performed alongside the likes of Naturally 7, German Hip Hop set-up Les...
Ask EDN June 2018
Ask EDN Question Hi EDN! I’m currently pursuing a degree in history. I was wondering what career paths I could take with my major while still maintaining the integrity of my major. Thank you!” Dear Historian: Thank you for a question. You’ve picked a pretty cool and...