Women in Research/WIRe Accelerate

  • $500

WIRe Accelerate

Enhance your skill set at your own pace. Modules include a video lesson, followed by a brief quiz and conversation threads throughout. Complete the program and retain a high score on course quizzes to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program. Connect with a community of support and growth made up of researchers just like you!

Sneak Peak of Program Content:

WIRe Accelerate modules are instructed by leading Industry professionals, many of whom own their own business. Students will have the opportunity to learn and connect with them directly, building an expanded professional network to leverage down the road.

Module 0 | Welcome to WIRe Accelerate!

About WIRe Accelerate
What We're Here to Do
What to Expect
Welcome to WIRe Accelerate!: Your First Quiz
Introduction Wrap-Up and Meet-and-Greet

Module 1 | You Can't Be What You Can't See: Leadership Profiles

Before you can start planning for your professional career, gain an invaluable view of the different career path's and the things nobody tells you about reaching them. Profile of Leadership Roles, Case Studies that demonstrate a variety of leaders, how they got there, and what they wish they had known at the beginning of their journeys. 
Module 1 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | You Can't Be What You Can't See
Post-Video Watch Party
You Can't Be What You Can't See: Quiz
Supplemental Materials: 21 Inspiring Leaders To Watch
Your First Accelerate Badge

Module 2 | Where to Start: How Do I Begin my Professional Development Planning?

A session dedicated to proven methods of self-reflection and aspiration evaluation for those who are looking to get greater clarity on professional aspirations such as, "Where do you want to be?" "What do you aspire towards?" and "Where are your current gaps? and "Competancy Assesment." 
Module 2 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | How Do I Begin my Professional Development Planning?
Post-Video Watch Party
Where to Start : Quiz
Supplemental Materials: Key Steps for Crafting Your Intentions
Your Module 2 Accelerate Badge

Module 3 | Removing Limitations

In life, the preconceived limits that we or others place on us can have hugely damaging consequences. In this important session, we cover key concepts to removing limitations in our professional growth, including concepts like "Giving ourselves permission," "work styles," "imposter syndrome," "career progression paths," and "adhering vs. challenging to norms/social constructs."
Module 3 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Removing Limitations
Post-Video Watch Party
Removing Limitations: Quiz
Supplemental Materials: Finding Your Edge Exercise
Your Module 3 Accelerate Badge

Module 4 | Identifying Your Priorities For Professional Development

When we're making decisions about our professional evolution, it's important to make decisions with our development goals in mind. Learn about how to apply framerworks like Start, Stop, Continue and The Priority Star exercise to determing the right prorities to solve any challenge, and which will be most limpactful in your own development journey.
Module 4 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Identifying Your Priorities For Professional Development
Post-Video Watch Party
Identifying Your Priorities For Professional Development: Quiz
Supplemental Materials: Becoming a Priority Super Star
Your Module 4 Accelerate Badge

Module 5 | Finding & Leveraging Your Network

A hugely important part of your development journey will be aided by your network. Now that you've identified your priorities for professional development, how do you develop a supportive network? The Mind Map exercise allows you to map and expand your network. Once you have it, we'll then cover ways to ask them for help and leverage this group to aid your development over time. Learn about the surprising benefits that occur when you ask for help or are asked for help by another person. 
Module 5 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Finding & Leveraging Your Network
Post-Video Watch Party
Finding & Leveraging Your Network: Quiz
Supplemental Material: Map Your Network
Your Module 5 Accelerate Badge

Module 6 | Influencing Tactics to Evolve Professionally

Achieving your objectives often requires using “hard” or “soft” influence tactics to move or change your current direction. This session covers both, including downwards, lateral and upward techniques to help you influencing your way forward. Learn techniques that successful within a corporate environment or in boards, associations, and other group settings.
Module 6 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Influencing Tactics To Evolve Professionally
Post-Video Watch Party
Influencing Tactics: Quiz
Supplemental Materials: Lead like Dolly
Your Module 6 Accelerate Badge

Module 7 | OKR's: A Framework for Goal Setting & Progress Tracking

In this session you'll learn a simple and intuitive approach to goal setting and accountability tracking to take control of reaching your professional development goals. You can apply this to your activities at and outside of work.
Module 7 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | OKR's: A Framework for Goal Setting & Progress Tracking
Post-Video Watch Party
ORKs: Quiz
Supplemental Materials: Links, Resources, and more
Your Module 7 Accelerate Badge

Bonus Section: Watch the Q1/Q2 AMA Recording

Watch the Q1/Q2 WIRe Accelerate Instructor AMA Recording

Module 8 | Build The Best Business Strategy, and Learn How To Execute With Precision

The difference before a high performing business or team and a low performing one is often a clear business strategy. A business strategy is a roadmap for achieving your business’ goals. It establishes a set of principles that inform your priorities, decisions, and actions. Learn tools for building an effective strategy and executing with precision.
Module 8 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Build The Best Business Strategy, and Learn How To Execute With Precision
Post-Video Watch Party
Quiz: Build the Best Business Strategy
Supplemental Materials: Find Your North Star
Your Module 8 Accelerate Badge

Module 9 | Strategic Communication

Carefully framed wording is critical to communicating with impact. Have you ever felt like you just aren't being heard? You may need to change the way you are communicating. In this session, we will cover both impactful communication strategies as well as how to leverage data to explain and inspire action.
Module 9 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Strategic Communication
Post-Video Watch Party
Quiz: Strategic Communication
Supplemental Materials: Takeaway Tools and Tips
Your Module 9 Accelerate Badge

Module 10 | Demonstrating Your ROI

One of the most important ways to further your professional development is to track and communicate the ROI of your contributions within your business. This session provides concrete details for tying your contributions to revenue, even for those who are not in direct revenue generating roles.
Module 10 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Demonstrating Your ROI
Post-Video Watch Party
Quiz: Demonstrating Your ROI
Supplemental Materials: Dive Deeper
Your Module 10 Accelerate Badge

Module 11 | Negotiating for Success

There are many important elements that go into being a successful negotiator. Tone, pace, body language all matter. Whether you are struggling with asking for pay rises or negotiating on a business case, this session will provide guidance on how to successfully negotiate for the outcome you want. 
Module 11 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lessons | Negotiating For Success
Post-Video Watch Party
Quiz: Negotiating for Success
Supplemental Activity: Let's Get Practical
Your Module 11 Accelerate Badge

Module 12 | Financial Strategies

This session covers two important areas of finance, both personal wealth planning, including investment and equity, and approaching budgeting and P&L basics at work. Learn practical guidelines for mastering both areas and boosting your financial confidence. 
Module 12 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | Financial Strategies
Post-Video Watch Party
Quiz: Financial Strategies
Supplemental Activity: Financial Ghost Stories
Your Module 12 Accelerate Badge

Module 13 | How Journaling Impacts Success

Learn a variety of focused journaling benefits and approaches to guide you on your professional development journey. Leveraging the latest neuroscience research, this is about harnessing your creative power and fueling your growth journey.
Module 13 | Meet Your Instructor
Video Lesson | How Journaling Impacts Success
Post-Video Watch Party
Quiz: How Journaling Impacts Success
Supplemental Activity: Begin Your Journal Journey
Your Module 13 Accelerate Badge

Receive Your Certificate of Program Completion

Follow all of the steps in this section and you'll receive a certificate of completion to your inbox!
Complete our Certification Application
Complete our Course Reflection Survey
Review Next Steps
Final Quiz!
Your Final Accelerate Badge

Testimonials

"I found the first session to be beyond valuable. As I was listening, it made me mad that I wasn’t connected to WIRe before this summer. The idea of ‘being what you see’ would have been so incredibly valuable to me earlier in my career. And yet, I’m so happy I have this opportunity to spring board from where I am now, AND can help support not only [my mentee] but so many other women in the industry."

Marlene S

"This program recognizes the common struggles women face in the corporate world, showcases leaders in an inspirational and relatable light, and provides actionable steps/lessons to better plan your personal and professional journey. Even though modules, I feel recognized, supported, and valued!"

Molly S

"WIRe has been an incredible force in my life, both professionally and personally. I’ve learned so much and I’ve made lifelong friendships and connections. The Accelerate Program is going to be a game changer! Get involved and learn about the various fundamentals of running the business of market research. It’s time to boost your skills and take it to the next level!"

Lisa WB

"This program is well designed for women who aspire to grow in this sector or outside of MR as well. The modules were well designed, explained with real life examples and inspire us to grow and develop our talent."

Priyanka S

"The content is excellent, and I love that the program is completely gender neutral! Fantastic for anyone wanting to boost their commercial skill set. Well done Women in Research!"

Erica VL

"The instructors are high quality and really engaging given the one way experience. The format is easy on the eyes and I appreciate the self paced aspect of the program."

RH

FAQs

What career level is this program geared toward?

WIRe Accelerate is designed to enhance confidence and bolster your career goals at any level. Our participants range from student to senior-level executive and every one in-between.

I'm not a woman, can I still attend the program?

Absolutely!

Can my company/AP department cover my course expenses directly?

Yes — contact us for more information on setting up corporate billing.

Are there financial aid options?

Yes — if you are experiencing financial hardship or job loss you are invited to apply for full or partial program support here.

How long is the program?

This program is self-paced with lessons; if you complete one lesson per month, you'll be finished in a year. If you fall behind that's okay; we'll send out quarterly reminders to pick back up from where you left off.

Who will I be learning from?

The WIRe Accelerate program is brought to you from members of WIRexec as well as additional industry thought leaders; you can read their bios here.

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