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My consistency is stronger than my doubt.

👋 Meet Vijay Babu Batta, an Engineering Manager at Coursera! Vijay works on the Coursera for Teams platform, building platform experiences that help admins drive adoption across their teams and see clear ROI. His work focuses on improving efficiency, strengthening engagement, and ensuring organizations get real impact from Coursera. “What I enjoy most is exactly that blend of ambiguity and opportunity. Every challenge pushes us to innovate quickly, work cross-functionally, and build products that truly meet learners where they are.” Here are the top skills that Vijay brings into his role: 1️⃣ Transformational leadership: “A highly motivated, aligned, and inspired team can achieve incredible things. I learned this through personal experience—both from great managers and not-so-great ones. Every leader teaches you something: what to do, or what not to do.” 2️⃣ Business-driven engineering: “To me, the best engineers don’t look at a problem solely through a technical lens—they think deeply about the business and the user.” 3️⃣ Big picture thinking: “Understanding the 'why' behind a problem helps engineers make more thoughtful trade-offs, avoid over-engineering, and build solutions that drive real impact. Technical excellence matters, but coupling it with product intuition creates a powerful combination.” Want to learn like Vijay? Consider Stanford's Machine Learning Specialization that covers AI concepts and practical machine learning skills. bit.ly/3PlACr5

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Speaking up at work can feel uncomfortable and nerve-racking. Maybe you're worried about interrupting, or you're not sure if your idea is fully formed. You're not alone—and there are a few simple strategies to tackle this. Here are three ways to start speaking up more naturally: 1️⃣ Build on what someone else said: You don’t always need a new idea. Try: "That connects to something I was thinking…" This lowers the pressure and keeps the conversation moving. 2️⃣ Ask a thoughtful question: Questions are one of the easiest ways to contribute. Try: "What would success look like here?" Questions show engagement and create space for discussion. 3️⃣ Start small: You don’t need to wait for the perfect moment. A short comment, observation, or clarification still adds value. Confidence often comes after you start speaking up—not before. Speaking up doesn't have to look like being the most vocal person in the room. It's about contributing in ways that move conversations forward. And over time, those small moments build visibility, trust, and confidence. ✨ Save this post for your next meeting—and try one small contribution.

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@agliooliothcoil Consistency is key!

@coursera Being consistent 📈

What’s more valuable today?

@socraticmachina Let us know what you decide on! 🙂

@coursera That’s a really interesting question — I’ve never actually stopped to think about it.

What’s one uncomfortable action that would move your career forward—even slightly?

@sisawo08 That is super helpful!

@coursera Staying out of comfort zone Repeating one thing many times to master it .

@dannypips_f That's great to hear, Danny! Wishing you lots of success as you start your journey! 💙

@coursera This is really inspiring. I’m just starting out in cybersecurity, and stories like this make me realize how important consistency and hands-on learning really are. Hopefully I’ll get to that level one day too learning, applying, and growing every single day like this.

Meet Colin Silvester, an IT leader building cybersecurity expertise to stay ahead. After 25 years in IT, one moment changed his path: a ransomware attack at his company. “It showed me we were technically prepared—but procedurally under prepared.” That experience pushed him to go deeper. After starting with short courses, he enrolled in the MSc in Cyber Security from the @UoLondon on Coursera. Today he: 🎓 Continues working while studying 🕤 Dedicates 10–15 hours a week 🔆 Applies what he learns immediately at work “I’ll use what I studied the night before in real conversations the next day.” For Colin, earning his master's meant staying relevant in a fast-moving field. 💡 His advice: “Be ready for the workload. This is a master’s—but it’s worth it.” Ready to build cybersecurity expertise you can use right away? Explore the program: bit.ly/4uc6CNN

I handle uncertainty better than I used to.

Getting a job offer is exciting, but it’s also where big decisions start. This is your chance to look beyond the title and ask: Does this role actually move me forward? These AI prompts can help you evaluate opportunities, prepare for negotiation, and choose what’s right for you. Save these prompts before your next offer or share them with someone navigating a big career decision. Want to learn how to use AI across your entire job search, from applications to offers? Start here: bit.ly/42rc5nE

Ever study something… only to forget it days later? You're not alone, and it might be because of how you're learning. One of the most effective methods is called spaced repetition. Instead of reviewing something once, you revisit it over time. Here’s why it works: 1️⃣ Forgetting strengthens memory: When you revisit information after some time, your brain works harder to recall it. This is what strengthens retention. 2️⃣ Short reviews beat long sessions: Five minutes today, five minutes tomorrow, and five minutes next week is often more effective than one long study session. 3️⃣ Spacing builds long-term memory: Instead of learning for the moment, you learn for the future. Small, spaced learning sessions help information stick. ✨ Save this post for your next learning session.

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What actually makes people better at their jobs?

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@coursera @udemy my go-to learning platforms have finally come together!

We’re thrilled to announce that @Coursera and @Udemy are now one company, creating one of the world’s most comprehensive skills platforms! “By bringing together our highly complementary strengths, we can deliver more choice, more value, and faster innovation for learners and organizations worldwide — while better connecting skill discovery, skill development, and credentialing into a more unified learning experience,” says CEO Greg Hart. Right now, there are no changes to your experience or access. We’re actively working behind the scenes to bring our platforms together in thoughtful ways, and we’ll keep you informed as things take shape. In the meantime, please join us in celebrating our combination in the comments below, and read more about our big news on our blog: bit.ly/49oj70a