First generation professionals bring unique perspectives, a fresh attitude, and incomparable drive to the corporate world. However, navigating an unfamiliar environment can be challenging, especially without prior exposure to corporate norms or the “unspoken rules” of professional life. If managers want first generation professionals to thrive in their workplaces, they must approach management through a new lens, one that empowers first-generation professionals to thrive by offering opportunities and fostering collaboration.

Here are five effective strategies to support first-generation young professionals in your workplace.

If you've recently started your corporate career, you've probably heard managers, colleagues, or team leads mention something called a "KPI." But what exactly is a KPI—and why does it seem so important to everyone around you? Understanding this tool can connect day-to-day work to larger business goals and achieving KPIs will help you stand out on your team.

Whether you're new to corporate life or transitioning into your first office job, one of the fastest ways to build credibility is by perfecting email. It’s not just communication — it’s how professionals make decisions, track progress, assign accountability, and even evaluate performance.

In this Article, we discuss how to make email work for you, starting with how to read emails effectively and how to write emails productively.

For-profit, nonprofit, S-Corp, B-Corp, LLC. Each corporate business, or “entity,” utilizes an overarching corporate structure. Those who are founding a business can choose from several different corporate entity types, each with different internal operations, production goals, and overall purposes. In this foundational Article, we break down the most common corporate entity types, to help you feel confident in any workplace setting.