On this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we interview Sheri Gross, the Veterans Services Manager at College of DuPage, who talks about tips for veterans during the job search process. We also discuss our resource of the day, Career Coach, and answer a listener mail question about how to approach an informational interview. Topic #1: Pierre talks about the resource Career Coach and the many ways it can be use to research careers. Highlighted areas include completing an assessment, viewing car...
Mar 07, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 14
On this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss how to create and share your Elevator Pitch as part of networking and your job search. We also talk about the Career and Self Development career competency and answer a listener mail question about improving yourself to improve your job search. Topic #1: Michelle talks about the NACE competency, Career & Self-Development. Employers like to see job seekers who “Show an awareness of [your] own strengths and areas for development.” Topic #...
Feb 21, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 13
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss tips to help you search for internships. We also talk about using LinkedIn as an internship search tool and answer a listener mail question about becoming a competitive candidate without job experience. Topic #1: Rebecca talks about how to use LinkedIn for your Internship Search, including updating your profile, using the alumni tool to find connections, and finding internships using the job search tool. Topic #2: Michelle interviews Kr...
Feb 07, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In this episode, host Pierre Michiels interviews host Michelle Malik on her career path. Get to know one of our hosts better while learning about the different paths our careers can take us. Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn @codcareercenter...
Jan 24, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, host Rebecca Harrington interviews host Pierre Michiels on his career path. Get to know one of our hosts better while learning about the different paths our careers can take us. Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn @codcareercenter...
Jan 10, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, host Michelle Malik interviews host Rebecca Harrington on her career path. Get to know one of our hosts better while learning about the different paths our careers can take us. Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn @codcareercenter...
Dec 27, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss how to enter the new year ready for the job search by updating your resume, polishing your interview skills, and refreshing your LinkedIn profile. Topic #1: Michelle shares tips for updating your resume at the end of the year to be prepared for the coming year. Topic #2: Pierre discussed reflecting on the past year to develop new stories to better excel in the interview and to support cover letter writing and networking. Topic #3: Rebecca r...
Dec 13, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This episode of The Career Ready Podcast focuses on getting involved to have a positive impact on your job search. Jelymar Mejia, the Student Club Specialist with the Office of Student Life at College of DuPage shares her insight on how and why students should focus beyond their academics. We also talk about the value of developing leadership skills and answer a listener question about navigating an experience gap. Topic #1: Rebecca introduces the Competency of the Day: Leadership and focuses on...
Nov 29, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This episode focuses on controlling your nerves during an interview. We hear from Hilary Chapa, an Administrative Assistant in Admissions & Outreach at the College of DuPage, who will share her tips and personal experiences with interviewing as well as how to keep calm during the interview process. We will also discuss the Career-Ready Competency of the Day: Communication and answer a listener mail question about how to document an unemployment gap on a resume. Topic #1: Pierre introduces th...
Nov 15, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 6
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss tips to help make the job search process less stressful. We also talk about using local job boards as a resource, including COD’s Chaps Get Hired and answer a listener mail question about disability disclosure. Topic #1 : Learn about using Chaps Get Hired, the College of DuPage’s local job board with Michelle. Does your local college have a job board? It might be a great place to see job opportunities. Topic #2 : The job search process ...
Nov 01, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This episode of The Career Ready Podcast focuses on the job application process and how to make a positive impact as a job seeker. Amanda Whiddon, the Corporate and Executive Recruiter for Berman Auto Group shares her experience and insight regarding the applicant review process. We also talk about reflecting the skill and characteristics of professionalism in the job search and answer a listener mail question about interviewing. Topic #1: Rebecca dives into how to show professionalism during th...
Oct 18, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4
On this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss what transferable skills are and how they can be used during a job search and within the workplace. We also introduce a resource for job seekers with disabilities called AbilityLinks and hear from one of our listeners. Topic #1 - AbilityLinks Resource : Pierre introduces AbilityLinks , which is a resource for job seekers with disabilities. He interviews Kate Beck, AbilityLinks Program Coordinator, who discusses the website’s features and ho...
Oct 04, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This episode of The Career Ready Podcast focuses on job market trends. Bob Lapinski, the College of DuPage Workforce Connection Coordinator uses his experience connecting with employers to share some common trends in today’s job market. We also talk about what skills employers are looking for in an ideal candidate and answer a listener mail question. Topic #1: Pierre dives into what skills all employers want. NACE (The National Association of Colleges and Employers) has a list of the top 8 compe...
Sep 20, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this first episode our three hosts Michelle, Pierre, and Rebecca introduce themselves and talk about what to expect from this career resource podcast. We start with a general overview of professional branding and what that really means to help launch your career. Next, we discuss the services of a career center and offer tips to access related resources. Finally, we answer a common question job seekers ask. Topic #1 We look at the idea of branding and discuss how this corporate-driven perspec...
Sep 20, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to the Career Ready Podcast launching September 20th! Hosted by the Career Services Center at College of DuPage, we are here to help all job seekers, no matter where you are. Every episode we’ll bring you helpful, practical information on everything from finding the right career path to landing the perfect job. Listen now for a short taste from our first episode. Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter ...
Sep 19, 2022•4 min0
Get ready to listen to a new Career Podcast - The Career Ready Podcast, brought to you by the Career Services Center at College of DuPage. Join hosts Michelle, Pierre, and Rebecca to learn about resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn, interviewing, and all the things you need to Be Career Ready. New episodes come out every other Tuesday, starting September 20th! Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn @cod...
Aug 18, 2022•42 sec0
