Victoria Farris is a 2026 AdaMarie Expert and the host of Week 4 of the AdaMarie Career Accelerator, where she leads a session on Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace. A psychologist and leadership consultant, Victoria helps individuals and organizations create environments where people can thrive through inclusive, human-centered leadership.

Kima Sargsyan is the host of Week 6 of the AdaMarie Career Accelerator, where she leads a session on AI in the workplace. A strategy leader at Huge, Kima brings a multidisciplinary lens to global product growth, brand innovation, and AI-enhanced digital platforms, helping people see connections that shape the future of work.

Kristy McCann is the host of Week 1 of the 2026 AdaMarie Career Accelerator. With more than two decades of experience building people, learning, and performance systems across fast-growing organizations, Kristy brings a systems-driven, human-centered approach to career ownership, leadership, and growth.

Interviews aren’t just about how well you answer questions; they’re also about the questions you ask. The right questions signal how you think, how you understand the role, and whether you’re prepared to engage with real-world complexity. This blog breaks down why interview questions matter and how to use them as a quiet but powerful positioning tool.

Danielle Beecham-Coello’s career is a powerful example of how curiosity, creativity, and persistence can shape a meaningful path, even when it doesn’t start where you expect. From studying international relations to discovering UX design through web work at an NGO, Danielle followed her instinct to question systems, challenge inefficiencies, and design better ways forward.

Posted 01/20/2026: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

Mentorship isn’t about shortcuts or formal titles, it’s about perspective, pattern recognition, and learning faster than trial and error allows. This piece breaks down why mentorship matters early in your career, what to look for in the right mentor, and how to start those relationships with clarity and confidence.

I recently transitioned into tech from a nontraditional background. I feel like my skills are solid, but I’m not sure how to shape my story so decision-makers see my full value. How should I be thinking about positioning as a career-changer?

Posted 01/06/2026: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

“Hi, AdaMarie! I’m two years into my role as a data analyst and I consistently get strong feedback, but I’m often looped in late on projects. How do I position my work so I’m seen as more strategic, not just execution-focused?”

Learn why career growth starts with positioning and discover practical steps to align your work with impact, be recognized for your strengths, and set yourself up for professional acceleration in 2026.

2025 marked a year of meaningful firsts for AdaMarie, made possible by a growing community of early-career professionals, mentors, and partners. From expanding access through our job board to launching our first Career Accelerator and hosting the Career Navigation Summit, this year showed what’s possible when careers are built together.

Posted 12/14/2025: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

End-of-year job searching can feel exhausting, especially when you’re balancing reflection, holidays, and career pressure all at once. This blog reminds early-career professionals that rest is not a setback, it’s part of the strategy. A grounded guide to closing the year with clarity, confidence, and momentum intact.

Posted 12/8/2025: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

Explore seven iconic friendships, from Beyoncé & Kelly to Cristina Yang & Meredith Grey, showing how women supporting women can accelerate confidence, amplify visibility, and create lasting impact in STEM. Learn actionable takeaways for building your own network of mentors, peers, and champions

“Dear AdaMarie, as an engineer with about 3 years of experience across multiple roles, I sometimes struggle to articulate my value and to find roles where I feel I meet all the requirements. How can I navigate this to get better outcomes in my job search?”

From small wins to daily practices, this blog helps early-career STEM professionals grow confidence, increase visibility, and thrive when self-doubt creeps in.

Posted 12/2/2025: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

Balancing your online and offline networking is one of the most powerful ways early-career STEM professionals can accelerate their careers. Online networking helps you build visibility, while offline networking deepens relationships. This blog breaks down practical, accessible strategies to help you level up your networking and build a foundation for long-term success.