Cisco Purpose

Sparking Growth and Inspiration: How Cisco Illuminates a New Path for Learning

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Sparking Growth and Inspiration: How Cisco Illuminates a New Path for Learning

At Cisco, we believe the growth of our company is inextricably linked to the growth of our people. That’s why we are proud to host Cisco Illuminate, our employee development series that shines a light on continuous learning and development. This company-wide event helps employees uplevel their skills throughout the year to compete in an ever-changing business landscape.   Exciting Speakers on a Range of Subjects   Cisco Illuminate lets participants tap into engaging sessions led by…

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A Year of Opportunity: Our Role in Empowering Global Progress

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A Year of Opportunity: Our Role in Empowering Global Progress

Cisco’s Purpose — to Power an Inclusive Future for All — extends beyond connecting people. It ensures that those connections are meaningful and secure – and it empowers every individual to participate in the fabric of their communities, including elections. In this “year of the global election,” Cisco’s integral role in enabling an informed and empowered society has never been more important. With a historic number of elections this year—including the expansive multi-week process in…

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Empowering Growth: My Journey with the Cisco MentorMe Program

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Empowering Growth: My Journey with the Cisco MentorMe Program

Have you ever been so inspired that you felt driven to give back? My involvement in Cisco’s MentorMe program was just that — a transformative experience of empowerment and growth that ignited my passion for guiding others toward success. Sadaf and her mentee, Maanya. This program embodies Cisco’s commitment to actively promoting diversity in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) by targeting underrepresented groups, particularly female tertiary students, in Australia and New Zealand. Women remain…

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How I Found Work-Life Balance Through Fitness at Cisco

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How I Found Work-Life Balance Through Fitness at Cisco

This post was authored by Bhavya Mittal, a Consulting Engineer intern on the Customer Experience (CX) Team. You know how we always talk about having a work-life balance to be able to focus on our health along with our work? People spend so many years trying to find a workplace that takes care of their mental and physical health. I never thought I would be lucky enough to experience corporate culture for the first time…

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Building Bridges: Embracing Change, Growth, and Discovery at Cisco

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Building Bridges: Embracing Change, Growth, and Discovery at Cisco

This post was authored by Pranav Athrangadan, a Business Analyst Intern on the Material Planning Team under Manufacturing Operations within the Silicon One Operation Team. When I first joined Cisco, switching from electrical engineering to business analysis felt overwhelming. I’ll be honest; it was a bit scary to change gears from engineering to a non-technical direction. But Cisco had my back from day one. They hooked me up with learning resources and even covered my…

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Building Bridges: The Power of Purpose Alignment for Positive Impact

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Building Bridges: The Power of Purpose Alignment for Positive Impact

The quest for life’s meaning has been a constant throughout human history. Finding our personal purpose is essential for our emotional well-being and fulfillment as human beings. This purpose in life, which drives and motivates us day by day, takes on an even greater dimension when it aligns with the purpose of the organization for which we work. When an employee feels that their work contributes to a greater cause, their commitment and performance reach…

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Celebrating women’s inclusion in the climate innovation space

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Celebrating women’s inclusion in the climate innovation space

International Women’s Day (IWD) gives us time to reflect on the achievements women have made before us, the unique challenges women may face today as they continue to break barriers, and what the future may look like for women as we move into a digital and low-carbon economy. The theme for IWD this year is “inspire inclusion.” Thriving economies depend on stable environments and inclusive societies, and that’s why Cisco’s environmental sustainability strategy, The Plan…

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Paving the Way to a More Inclusive Future

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Paving the Way to a More Inclusive Future

As a first-generation college student and a woman of color, navigating my educational journey was a path I faced alone. Growing up with a single, hardworking mother, I learned the value of self-reliance and determination early on. Her unwavering support instilled in me a tenacity to always seek betterment and embrace challenges. While majoring in marketing and management at the University of Houston, scholarships became my gateway to education. Yet, it wasn’t just about securing…

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Have you ever been inspired by a teacher?

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Have you ever been inspired by a teacher?

January 24 is the International Day of Education, celebrating what the United Nations describes as a “fundamental human right” and “the bedrock of societies, economies, and every person’s potential.” The purpose of Cisco Networking Academy is to empower all people with career possibilities, helping them achieve their potential. There are currently 3.7 million people in 190 countries learning with Cisco Networking Academy. In our 11,700 Academies, 29,700 instructors are dedicated to inspiring learners with IT…

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The Next One Billion Lives

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The Next One Billion Lives

Last week, Cisco shared the news that we’ve achieved our ten-year goal to positively impact one billion lives through the Cisco Foundation, Social Impact grants, and Networking Academy – one year ahead of schedule. As the leaders of these organizations, we’ve never been prouder of the extraordinary work of our teams and our global nonprofit partners, and the contributions of leaders and employees across our company in innovating to help solve the world’s greatest challenges….

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