Sharpen your skills with the
WiST Career Toolkit
WiST is the trusted partner and mentor for women and nonbinary students and adults working in, or interested in working in, the exploding sports tech industry.
To support your growth and prep you to succeed, we created the WiST Career Toolkit. Here’s what you will gain:
Confidence: to approach job-seeking in a professional manner
Courage: to ask for support and advice and seek out role models
Community: for networking and building professional relationships
Education: for specific skills and advice you need to succeed
What’s inside:
Learn from the best in the biz and discover links to other resources we trust and respect.
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Resume Writing
A clear and concise resume helps recruiters and hiring managers quickly see if you’re a potentially good fit for the role and interview-ready.
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How to Creatively Introduce and Express Yourself
Being able to express yourself in a unique way sets you apart during the hiring and selection process. Learn how to showcase your strengths using our resources.
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Requesting A Letter of Recommendation
How do you choose the best person to write a recommendation for you? How do you make sure the letter reflects your character and unique qualities? Watch this video and explore additional resources to learn more.
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Interview Skills
Ready to ace your next interview? Here’s how to prep for and crush your next interview.
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Personal Branding
Personal branding is the conscious and intentional effort to create and influence your professional perception. The process of personal branding involves sharing your unique perspective and story and representing yourself consistently across your professional work and networks.
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Utilizing LinkedIn
Your LinkedIn profile goes beyond your resume to communicate your professional brand to recruiters and hiring managers. Here’s how to craft one that will get you noticed on your way to your dream job.
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Time Management
Time Management is a skill that takes intentional practice and a skill that is useful throughout your career, no matter what career stage you are in right now. Learn tips for effective and efficient time management.
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Starting a New Role
Starting in a new position at work can be both exciting and nerve-wracking! Make the best of this opportunity with some WiST Fellow Alum tried and true advice.
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How to Find Successful Startups Using Crunchbase and LinkedIn
The job search can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to start. Learn how Crunchbase and LinkedIn can be useful in finding the right company for you.