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👋 Meet Soham Dasgupta, a Marketing Operations Manager here at Coursera! Over the past two years, Soham has driven campaign execution, lifecycle marketing, and platform migrations that help Coursera’s marketing ecosystem run smarter and scale efficiently. “What I look forward to most is continuing to explore how marketing technology can simplify workflows and create real impact for learners and teams,” he says. 🧠 Advice that stuck with Soham: “Clarity and outcomes matter most—tools will change, but how you communicate and create impact will define your growth.” ✏️ Want to learn like Soham? Try the Generative AI for Executives and Business Leaders Specialization by IBM. “This program was a great opportunity to dive deeper into how generative AI can drive business innovation while highlighting the importance of adopting it responsibly,” he says. “My biggest takeaway: AI isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about unlocking new ways to create value while ensuring transparency, ethics, and trust.” https://bit.ly/4ruBPL9

Take a pause before you sprint into 2026. Reflection and gratitude are “feel-good” habits that are powerful tools for growth. And AI can help you capture the lessons of your year. Try these prompts (fill in the blanks ⬇️): 1️⃣ “Here are 3 proud moments from my year: [list]. Turn them into résumé-worthy stories?” 2️⃣ “Here are the people who helped me succeed: [list]. Suggest thoughtful ways to thank them.” 3️⃣ “Based on my experiences this year: [summary], what’s one skill or mindset I should focus on in 2026?” Spend 10 minutes on these and you might walk away with a new perspective (and maybe a 2026 game plan). 🎓 Keep building your growth story with AI: https://bit.ly/49Rgfdk

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Before you dive into 2026 with a long list of goals, pause for a moment. Reflection can be one of the most powerful learning tools. Instead of rushing ahead, ask yourself 3 simple questions about 2025: 1️⃣ What worked in my learning this year? 2️⃣ What didn’t work? 3️⃣ What’s the next skill I want to build? Answering these honestly helps you celebrate your wins, learn from setbacks, and set clearer intentions for what’s next. ✨ Take 10 minutes to reflect. Write it down, say it out loud, or even share it with a friend. You might walk into 2026 with focus and purpose. Save this post as your year-end check-in.

End 2025 with momentum. Start 2026 with confidence. 🚀 Six courses to help you focus, set goals, and start the new year with clarity. https://bit.ly/4owu6tp

Which area do you want to grow in next year?

Meet Komalpreet from India. After years of teaching programming and supporting machine learning labs in academia, Komalpreet sought to apply his technical skills more directly in development roles. To prepare for a shift into the corporate tech world, he turned to Coursera. Through the Meta Full-Stack Developer Specialization, he’s strengthened both his front-end and back-end skills, mastering React, Django, and the art of building complete web applications. According to Komalpreet, Coursera provided him the structure, flexibility, and confidence to keep growing. He said, “This program is my first step toward achieving my dream of working internationally in the tech field.” From the classroom to coding full-stack projects, Komalpreet’s journey proves that persistence and self-discipline can turn ambition into action. Read his full story: https://bit.ly/4oQz6ty

2025 isn’t over — and neither is your chance to work towards your goals. ⏳ Top universities like Heriot-Watt University, University of North Texas, Dartmouth College, Northeastern University, and the University of London still have open degree deadlines this December. And right now, you can save 40% on Coursera Plus — the smartest way to learn, boost your application, and turn the courses you take today into credits toward a degree tomorrow. https://bit.ly/4poYVkA Finish 2025 strong. Start 2026 already ahead! 🚀 https://bit.ly/4poYNS8

Research shows writing down three things you’re thankful for can improve sleep and lower stress. What would be on your list today?

Critical thinking is the difference between reacting and truly solving problems. 🤔 Here’s what it looks like at work: 1️⃣ Ask more questions. Don’t stop at the first answer; dig deeper. 2️⃣ Look for patterns. Spot trends in the data before jumping to a conclusion. 3️⃣ Challenge assumptions, especially your own. Critical thinkers find root causes and solutions, making them invaluable. ✨ Save this post and try one of these strategies in your next project.