--- title: WEST Wisdom | Advice description: Advice | --- [![Home](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/West%20August2017/Img/west%202016.jpg)](https://gwnew.memberclicks.net/home) # WEST Wisdom Blog ## [When Loyalty Holds You Back: What Women in STEM Need to Know to Move Forward Without Guilt](https://info.westorg.org/blog/when-loyalty-holds-you-back-what-women-in-stem-need-to-know-to-move-forward-without-guilt) Posted by [Angela Justice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/angela-justice) on Nov 3, 2025 12:15:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/leadership%20team.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/when-loyalty-holds-you-back-what-women-in-stem-need-to-know-to-move-forward-without-guilt) When Loyalty Holds You Back [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/when-loyalty-holds-you-back-what-women-in-stem-need-to-know-to-move-forward-without-guilt) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/when-loyalty-holds-you-back-what-women-in-stem-need-to-know-to-move-forward-without-guilt#comments-listing) Topics: [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Business](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/business), [Balance](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/balance), [Decision Making](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/decision-making), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [Growth](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/growth) ## [The Climate of Tomorrow Starts With Today’s Choices](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-climate-of-tomorrow-starts-with-todays-choices) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Jul 29, 2025 11:40:59 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/The%20Climate%20of%20Tomorrow%20Starts%20With%20Today%E2%80%99s%20Choices.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-climate-of-tomorrow-starts-with-todays-choices) Climate change is a current reality. It’s disrupting ecosystems, intensifying natural disasters, straining economies, and jeopardizing the future for generations to come. Yet, amid these sobering realities lies a powerful truth: we have the tools, technology, and knowledge to forge a new path forward. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-climate-of-tomorrow-starts-with-todays-choices) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-climate-of-tomorrow-starts-with-todays-choices#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Innovation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/innovation), [Resources](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/resources), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Making a Difference](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/making-a-difference), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [Earth Day](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/earth-day) ## [Finding Success at the Intersection of Joy & Skill](https://info.westorg.org/blog/finding-success-at-the-intersection-of-joy-skill) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Jan 31, 2025 5:23:57 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2025-02-04%202x1-1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/finding-success-at-the-intersection-of-joy-skill) Burnout is becoming more and more common. Statistics, especially among women, have shown a dramatic increase in employees that feel burned out or close to burnout. Women reported higher levels of burnout than men at 46% over men’s 37%. (CNBC). Focusing in on the WEST community event further, 82% of employees in tech feel close to burnout (spill). With such high levels of burnout, it leads to the question: “How did we get here in the first place?” [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/finding-success-at-the-intersection-of-joy-skill) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/finding-success-at-the-intersection-of-joy-skill#comments-listing) Topics: [Mindfulness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/mindfulness), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Strengths](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strengths), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Purpose](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/purpose) ## [Looking For Career Change Support? Look No Further!](https://info.westorg.org/blog/looking-for-career-change-support-look-no-further) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Sep 23, 2024 3:54:42 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2024-09-25%202x1-1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/looking-for-career-change-support-look-no-further) Discovering a career that you love sometimes takes a direct path. We’ve all read at least one story of someone who knew they wanted to work in a particular field from a very young age, spent their years pursuing that dream, and found success and happiness having achieved that dream. Unfortunately, 75% of people experience a quarter life crisis, questioning their career path, by the time they are 33. Additionally, Stanford Psychologist Laura Carstensen reveals that, based on her studies, the perfect age to start a career is around 40. According to one study, the average person will change careers 5-7 times throughout their lifetime.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/looking-for-career-change-support-look-no-further) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/looking-for-career-change-support-look-no-further#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Computing](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/computing), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Grow](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/grow), [Academia](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/academia), [Clarity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/clarity), [Growth](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/growth) ## [A Networking Strategy Tailored to Introverts](https://info.westorg.org/blog/a-networking-strategy-tailored-to-introverts) Posted by [Aliyah Weinstein](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/aliyah-weinstein) on Jul 29, 2024 12:03:32 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2024-08-08%202x1-2.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/a-networking-strategy-tailored-to-introverts) Networking might be an introvert’s least favorite activity, but it doesn’t need to be! On August 8th, join WEST for Networking for Introverts: How To Effectively Connect. Led by introverts, for introverts, this event will include a panel discussion, interactive games, facilitated discussions, and open networking sessions that will make networking approachable to everyone. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/a-networking-strategy-tailored-to-introverts) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/a-networking-strategy-tailored-to-introverts#comments-listing) Topics: [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Emotional Intelligence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/emotional-intelligence), [Empathy](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empathy), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Personality](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/personality), [Introvert](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/introvert) ## [Stress Doesn’t Have To Be Your Truth](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stress-doesnt-have-to-be-your-truth) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Sep 25, 2023 2:30:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2023-09-28%202x1-1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stress-doesnt-have-to-be-your-truth) Studies show that we have an average of 6,000 thoughts per day. That’s approximately 6.5 thoughts per minute. Thanks to the Negativity Bias, some estimate that up to 80% of these thoughts are negative in nature, and up to 95% of them are repetitive. What if you could identify your stressful thoughts and question them? What if you could stop them by writing them down, asking four questions, and turning them around? [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stress-doesnt-have-to-be-your-truth) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stress-doesnt-have-to-be-your-truth#comments-listing) Topics: [Life](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/life), [Choice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/choice), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Leading Ourselves](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leading-ourselves), [Self-Awareness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-awareness), [Insight](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/insight), [Strengths](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strengths), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [Self-Reflection](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-reflection), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Purpose](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/purpose), [Identity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/identity), [Strong Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-women) ## [Managing Up Doesn’t Have Be Scary](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Aug 1, 2023 2:48:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2023-08-08.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary) Telling your manager you need more resources or training can be awkward. You don’t want to undermine your working relationship or appear less than capable to do your job, but you know these tools will help support your success in your role. You know you need to speak with your manager about this, but how do you walk the fine line between confidently asking for support and appearing underprepared for the task at hand? [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Leader](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leader), [Influence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/influence), [Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/management), [Lead](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/lead), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Strengths](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strengths), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [STEM Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem-leadership) ## [Career Possibilities & Speed Networking Series Gives Attendees More Than Hope in Their Career Change Plans](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-speed-networking-series-gives-attendees-more-than-hope-in-their-career-change-plans) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Feb 14, 2023 6:53:50 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2023-02-16%202x1%20(5).jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-speed-networking-series-gives-attendees-more-than-hope-in-their-career-change-plans) Considering a job or career change can be daunting, or it can be the most exciting life change you plan in a year. The difference is in how you approach making your career change. You could jump in blindly and hope to stumble on the right job, hope that your new position is a good fit for you and that you find a position you can finally call your career, but hope isn’t a plan. Starting your career change process with the Career Possibilities Panel & Speed Networking series put on by WEST and sponsored by Gilead Sciences can be. This series features panels with specialized STEM experiences. Each event gives panelists the opportunity to share about their backgrounds, experiences, and current jobs, as well as giving attendees the opportunity to network with the panelists and other STEM professionals.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-speed-networking-series-gives-attendees-more-than-hope-in-their-career-change-plans) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/career-possibilities-speed-networking-series-gives-attendees-more-than-hope-in-their-career-change-plans#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Speed Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/speed-networking), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [Experience](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/experience) ## [The Journey Starts Now](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-journey-starts-now) Posted by [Suhanee Mitragotri](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/suhanee-mitragotri) on Jan 24, 2023 10:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Your%20journey%20starts%20here.jpeg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-journey-starts-now) On January 11th, WEST held “The Journey Starts Now: Q&A Sessions With Women in STEM and What You Can Do Starting in High School,” a guest speaker panel moderated by Suhanee Mitragotri (Harvard College 2025. During this event, we had the pleasure of hearing from three incredible speakers: Dr. Cristina Almansa, Dr. Ambika Bajpayee, and Dr. Lesley Chan. Dr. Almansa is the Head of Clinical Sciences, Translational Medicine Immunology at Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson. She is leading a team of scientists responsible for the design and execution of early development trials to evaluate the safety and determine the mechanism of action of new molecular entities for the treatment of patients with immunological disorders. Dr. Bajpayee is a professor of bioengineering at Northeastern University. Her lab is focused on nanomedicine and bioelectrics designed for delivery of small-molecule drugs, antibodies, and genetic materials to tissue. Dr. Chan is the Senior Director of Process Sciences and Innovations at bluebird bio. She drives initiatives for implementing new manufacturing processes in gene-modified stem and progenitor cell therapy. [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-journey-starts-now) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/the-journey-starts-now#comments-listing) Topics: [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [Passion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/passion) ## [How to Grow a Legal Career Path in the STEM Industry](https://info.westorg.org/blog/how-to-grow-a-legal-career-paths-in-the-stem-industry) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Oct 14, 2022 3:45:47 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/people-1979261_1280.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/how-to-grow-a-legal-career-paths-in-the-stem-industry) WEST is excited to continue its Career Possibilities & Speed Networking series with it’s upcoming event focusing on legal career paths. While legal opportunities aren’t the obvious STEM route, there are so many opportunities to grow a very successful legal career with a STEM background. The panelists for this event are prime examples of following a passion for both legal work and the advancing of science and technology in our world.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/how-to-grow-a-legal-career-paths-in-the-stem-industry) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/how-to-grow-a-legal-career-paths-in-the-stem-industry#comments-listing) Topics: [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Panel](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/panel), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Speed Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/speed-networking), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [goals](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/goals) [All posts](https://info.westorg.org/blog/all) [Next](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice/page/2) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - 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