AskAdaMarie: “I often have ideas that could improve our processes, but I’m not always taken seriously. How do you build influence on a team when you don’t have authority yet?”

Being right and being effective are two entirely different skills — and most STEM training only develops one of them. We explore why empathy is a strategic career skill, and offers four concrete practices for building the kind of influence that moves things forward.

Marie Libres reflects on what growth actually looks like in a modern career, where confidence is built through experience, curiosity, and taking risks over time. She offers a grounded perspective on navigating uncertainty, moving through non-linear paths, and taking action even when you don’t feel fully ready.

This recap highlights three key insights on how to approach AI more thoughtfully, moving beyond tools and speed to focus on judgment and context. It offers a clear perspective for professionals looking to make AI more useful in their day-to-day work.

Boomie Odumade breaks down self-advocacy as a foundational career skill, offering practical ways to identify your impact, set clear goals, and speak up in the moments that matter. This guide is especially relevant for early-career professionals navigating environments where their contributions may not always be visible.

Explore what it looks like to move forward in your career without waiting to feel fully ready. This conversation with Marie Libres offers perspective on building confidence through action and navigating uncertainty with intention.

Posted 4/17/2026: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

In Week 5 of the AdaMarie Career Accelerator, Camille Smith opened with a truth many people learn the hard way: no one is automatically tracking your goals, your growth, or what you want next.

Camille Smith shares a candid reflection on learning to advocate for yourself early in your career, from getting clear on what you want to documenting your impact and making intentional asks. She reframes self-advocacy as a skill you can build over time, not a trait you either have or don’t.

If concern for the planet is part of who you are, it does not have to live separately from your career. Celebrate Earth Day by exploring five growing STEM roles at the intersection of science and sustainability.

AdaMarie Expert Kima Sargsyan explores how a simple shift in thinking can make AI tools significantly more useful by focusing on problem definition, audience clarity, and iteration. By borrowing principles from product teams, she shows how better thinking leads to better outputs.

Posted 4/10/2026: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

“I work in a highly technical role and want to better understand the business side. What’s the best way to build range without overwhelming myself?”

In this Week 4 2026 Accelerator session, Dr. Victoria Farris explores how emotional intelligence shapes leadership, team dynamics, and decision-making in STEM. The replay offers practical ways to build self-awareness, navigate stress, and show up more effectively in complex workplace situations.

We sat down with Aneesa Valentine, computational scientist, founder of ImpaktBio, and co-founder of The Black Life Sciences Collective, for an honest conversation about what it actually means to build a career across disciplines.

Explore key takeaways from AdaMarie’s Career Accelerator with She’kia Morant on personal branding for early-career STEM professionals. Learn how to articulate your experience, build a clear professional narrative, and turn non-linear career paths into a strategic advantage.

Learning how to be the person who can stay calm and not get sucked into contagious emotions is a key ingredient to effective leadership at any level.

Posted 3/31/2026: Featured entry and mid-level jobs at top STEM companies, requested by our community. Explore and apply now!

#AskAdaMarie: “I’ve gotten really good at my core role, but I feel boxed in. How do I expand my scope without neglecting the responsibilities I already have?”

Early specialization isn't enough. Discover how building a range of experiences in your first years in STEM creates the resilience to adapt, pivot, and grow long-term.