
Helping first-generation professionals accelerate their careers
Gorick Ng
Harvard career advisor | UC Berkeley faculty |
Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author
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A passionate storyteller with practical takeaways.
Gorick has spoken at some of the world’s most recognized companies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, empowering students and professionals to take control of their careers and arming leaders and educators with tools to level the playing field for talent of all backgrounds.
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If you’re a college student reading this right now, you may be preparing—if you haven’t started already—for your first week of classes back on campus (or your first week of classes at college, ever!). To help make the most of your college experience, I've compiled my top college life hacks. If you’re a first-generation college student like I was, these are the tips that I wish someone had told me sooner.

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