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Alumni Careers: Helping Alumni Stay Visible and Valuable in the Age of Remote Work and AI

By Francesca Hoare

As remote working and AI reshape the world of work, our careers consultants help professionals stay visible, valued and strategically positioned. This article shares their practical guidance.

Digital figure holding scales, representing the balance between AI and the future of work.
Digital figure holding scales, representing the balance between AI and the future of work.

Alumni are navigating a workplace that looks very different from the one many of them prepared for. As remote work becomes normal and AI automates more execution, the differentiator is no longer access to information — it’s clarity of contribution.

It’s no longer enough to do good work. People need to know you are doing good work.

In distributed environments, informal conversations that once reinforced reputation are harder to come by. As a result, perception gaps can widen. Silence can begin to define a professional brand if it isn’t shaped intentionally.

Visibility is not self-promotion. It is being associated with value. It is communicating impact, demonstrating judgment, and contributing where decisions are made. In an AI-influenced workplace — shaped by tools from organisations such as OpenAI, Microsoft and Google — what stands out is no longer just output but thinking.

What can you do?

Small, consistent habits now matter more than ever. The aim is not to be everywhere, but to be clear and consistent enough that your value is recognised without you having to repeat it.

  • Show your thinking, not just your output. Make your judgment and influence visible.
  • Make your work legible. Share concise, structured updates. Document decisions and outcomes.
  • Be known for something specific. Clarity builds credibility.
  • Invest in key relationships. Reputation travels through trust.
  • Contribute early in meetings. Early perspective shapes perception.

How can Careers help you now?

The above behaviours are coachable.

Coaching and workshops:

Reputation & Visibility Coaching (1:1)

Focused sessions to help you identify visibility gaps, clarify what you want to be known for, and prepare for promotion or progression conversations. The world has access to a global talent pool now, which can feel overwhelming. The flip side of this is that you also have this reach – your audience is wider and being equipped to manage this is a professional responsibility.

Impact Storytelling Support

Practical coaching on translating responsibilities into measurable impact — for performance reviews, leadership conversations, interviews and also digital platforms such as LinkedIn.

AI & Strategic Skills Development

Guided reflection on how you are using AI, and how to position yourself as a strategic thinker demonstrating judgment, oversight and decision-making rather than execution alone. We will challenge you to identify moments when you were at your best, spot when doubt creeps in and discuss how to leverage what comes naturally to you.

Remote Influence & Presence Coaching

Support in building influence in hybrid environments — contributing confidently (but effectively) in virtual settings, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and increasing professional presence without feeling performative.

We encourage you to stay connected and check in as new topics and workshops are introduced.

Find out more about our Alumni Careers services.

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Allegra Fortunato (International Management 2022)

Head of Strategy and Director of UK Office at Tecno International, Allegra Fortunato, joined the company shortly after completing her Master’s in International Management at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School.