From Classroom to Career: How Communication Skills Shape Your Next Big Step

Why women in STEM/STEAM need intentional support building communication strength

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Transitioning from school into the workforce is one of the biggest shifts for any young professional. Suddenly, it’s not just about what you know, it’s about how you share it.

Post-secondary students often enter their first jobs with strong technical knowledge but limited experience expressing their ideas in high-pressure or unfamiliar settings. You might be confident in your assignments, but unsure in a boardroom. You might understand the work deeply, but struggle to speak up in meetings. And you’re not alone; research consistently shows that communication is one of the top skill gaps for early-career professionals.

The good news? Communication confidence is a skill, not a personality trait.

And with the right support, it can grow quickly.

The ACE & Co Speak in Confidence Bootcamp focuses on exactly that, helping young women bridge the gap between technical expertise and expressive confidence. Over four weeks, participants practice real workplace scenarios, learn strategies for speaking with conviction, and gain the tools to navigate interviews, presentations, and team discussions with ease.

This isn’t about turning you into someone else. It’s about helping you see that your insights, voice, and perspective already have value and giving you the skills to express them in a way that opens doors.

As you move from classroom to career, communication becomes your edge.

With confidence, your opportunities expand.