We’re halfway through the year, staring at vision boards with goals that felt urgent in January but now feel… stalled. If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone.

But here’s the truth: your goals aren’t dead – they’re just waiting for a revival. Whether it’s launching your side business, finishing a certification, or finally prioritizing your wellness, mid-year is the perfect time to check in with yourself personally and professionally.

Mentorship plays a vital role in personal and professional success. This Mentorship Month, The BRICC Foundry is proud to launch Mentor Maven, a groundbreaking AI-powered mentorship tool available for FREE for members and for a limited time to the public.

Did you know mentors and mentees alike are 5x more likely to be promoted at work?

Women mentoring women is the cheat code to overcoming gender and racial disparities in the workplace by providing relatable experiences and advice on navigating glass barriers. Not to mention, the career-boosting impacts mentorship can have on your career are transformative. 

The Internet is getting old. In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, emerging technologies such as Web3 (decentralized web) and AI (artificial intelligence) have gained immense prominence. These cutting-edge fields offer transformative solutions and present vast opportunities for women to excel in the technology industry. As we delve into the world of Web3 and AI, it's worth noting these industries' staggering growth and potential.

Self-discovery, authenticity, and personal development are lifelong processes that empower women to live fulfilling, purposeful lives. You can unleash your true self and unlock your full potential by reflecting on your values and passions, embracing self-acceptance, exploring new experiences, practicing mindfulness and self-care, and seeking support and connection

Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing field that is critical to the protection of digital assets, data, and privacy. Unfortunately, the cybersecurity industry is still heavily male-dominated, with women accounting for only a small percentage of the workforce.

Being asked to be a mentor is a highly rewarding privilege. It means somebody has identified you as an intelligent and inspirational figure who could benefit others with their guidance.

Mentoring has the power to do wonders for your professional and personal development, from self-confidence to career progression, the benefits are endless. But they don't come without hard work and dedication to your goals and growth.

The BRICC Foundry is partnering with Google to offer Google Career Certificates to provide job seekers with access to in-demand skills through job training without the need for a college degree or prior experience in the fields of data analytics, IT support, project management, or user experience (UX) design.