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Learn the five things students usually discover too late: how to focus on the right skills, use your time wisely, and build a support system that gets real results.

What Your Professors Aren't Telling You

What Your Professors and Advisors Aren't Telling You

Created by Dr. Rose Shumba, a Computer Science professor, and tech mentor featured in the New York Times for her high-impact internship programs, she received the University System of MD 2024 Elkins Transformation Award to explore establishing an Experiential Learning Center. With over 25 years of experience mentoring and building employer partnerships, she's helped hundreds of students land full-time roles at companies at high-tech companies.

What If You Could Finally Say:

"I know the hidden rules of computing success that most students discover years too late—and I'm using them to outperform my peers."

Instead of following the same path as everyone else and discovering—too late—that your degree alone won't get you hired, what if you had insider knowledge about the real factors determining who succeeds and who struggles in tech?

Does This Sound Familiar?

  • You're working hard in your computing classes but unsure if you're learning what employers actually want
  • You feel overwhelmed by coursework and struggle to manage your time and mental energy
  • You're caught in the experience paradox—employers want experience, but you can't get hired without it
  •  You're applying to posted jobs but getting rejected or hearing nothing back
  • You're worried that you're starting too late or missing critical opportunities

  • Imagine Where You Could Be Just Weeks From Now…

    Following a clear strategy that balances academic success with real-world preparation
  • Managing your time and energy effectively, preventing burnout while maximizing productivity
  • Building a compelling portfolio that demonstrates your abilities to employers
  •  Accessing the "hidden job market" where 80% of positions are filled before being posted
  • Making strategic career decisions that position you for long-term success

What You’ll Learn (and Why It Matters)

Truth #1: Time & Energy Management Is Your Real Edge
→ Manage your workload and focus effectively
So you avoid burnout and stay on track in a demanding major.

Truth #2: Classroom Learning Won’t Get You Hired
→ Bridge the gap between theory and practice
So you build a portfolio and skills that actually get you noticed.

Truth #3: The Job Search Has Unwritten Rules
→ Use referral-based strategies and prepare smarter
So you access hidden opportunities and stand out in interviews.

Truth #4: Career Management Is a Long Game
→ Make early decisions with long-term impact
So you grow intentionally and avoid common career missteps.

 What's Included:

  • 4 comprehensive course modules
  • Cognitive Energy Management Framework
  • Portfolio Development Blueprint
  • Technical Interview Preparation System
  • Career Decision-Making Framework
  • Strategic Networking Templates
  • Lifetime access to all course materials and updates

Ready to Learn What They Don't Teach You in the Classroom?

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What People Are Saying:

"The section on the hidden job market was eye-opening. I stopped submitting applications online and focused on strategic networking instead. Within three weeks, I had two referrals that led to interviews, and ultimately a position that wasn't even publicly posted."

— Marcus T

"This course completely changed my approach to my computing degree. I was burning out trying to maintain a perfect GPA, but after implementing the cognitive energy management system, I'm more productive while actually having time for portfolio projects. I secured an internship at a top tech company as a sophomore!"

— Jamie L