Study Abroad and Field Studies are a great way to learn about the world. But did you know they can also help you prepare for your career? Listen to our interview with Sue Kerby, Coordinator of Study Abroad at College of DuPage talk about how to travel and gain valuable experience that will help you in your job search and career. Topic #1: Michelle interviews Sue Kerby, Coordinator of Study Abroad at College of DuPage to learn about this amazing form of experiential learning that not only expands...
Apr 30, 2024•26 min•Season 5Ep. 44
In today’s episode, Pierre leads the discussion on different types of experience that can be shared with employers. Tips are provided on presenting experiences beyond employment on the resume. Rebecca starts the episode by providing information on the NACE Competency of Equity and Inclusion. Topic #1 (Competency): Rebecca discusses some key behaviors from the Equity and Inclusion competency. This competency is a part of the top 8 competencies from the National Association of Colleges and Employe...
Apr 16, 2024•23 min•Season 5Ep. 43
In today’s episode, Rebecca interviews Susi Pihera from WorkNet DuPage about addressing employment gaps in the job search. The conversation includes tips on how to approach the conversation with employers and how to minimize the appearance of gaps on resumes and applications. Before the interview, Pierre answers a listener question about sharing the cover letter with employers. Topic #1 (Listener Mail): Pierre answers the questions, “An employer requested resume and cover letter be sent through ...
Apr 02, 2024•39 min•Season 5Ep. 42
In today’s episode, we talk about employment experience and how you can use it to create an impactful resume. We also provide information on the NACE Competency of Leadership. Topic #1 (Competency): Pierre discusses some key behaviors from the Leadership competency. This competency is a part of the top 8 competencies from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). Topic #2 (Main Topic): Michelle talks about how to include employment experience on your resume, such as how to forma...
Mar 19, 2024•13 min•Season 5Ep. 41
In today’s episode, Pierre interviews a former student that faced many challenges as a non-traditional age student. She shares her story of perseverance and overcoming barriers to be recognized as an outstanding grad and better prepared to enter the workforce. Before the interview Michelle answers a listener question about presenting projects to employers and more specifically on a resume. Topic #1 (Listener Mail) : Michelle answers the questions, “I've been working on a lot of personal projects...
Mar 05, 2024•33 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In today’s episode, we explain the value of the cover letter and how to approach the content to include on the document. The cover letter is compared to the resume and how the two documents supplement each other in the job search. We also provide information on a resource called VMock SMART Resume which helps users understand the resume AI review process. Topic #1 (Listener Mail): Listen to Michelle provide a review of the platform VMock SMART resume which provides guidance in the resume buildin...
Feb 20, 2024•30 min•Season 5Ep. 39
In today’s episode, we cover how to tailor your resume to beat the ATS system that often prevents resumes from being considered by employers. We also answer a listener question on how to tailor your resume when you are applying for a job in a new field. Topic #1 (Listener Mail): Listen to Pierre answer a listener question: “Many jobs, even what I think of as entry level jobs, set minimum qualifications for a certain amount of experience (e.g.: at least 3 years of experience working in direct cus...
Feb 06, 2024•21 min•Season 5Ep. 38
In today’s episode Michelle interviews Assistant Professor Annie Knight, Program Chair for the Paralegal Studies Program at College of DuPage. Throughout the interview she discusses the career possibilities in Paralegal careers along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to specific details about studying the program at College of DuPage. Get more information about Human Resources at College of DuPage on the Program Page . Please visit o...
Jan 23, 2024•30 min•Season 4Ep. 37
In today’s episode Pierre interviews Nelson Cantada Assistant Professor, in Fashion Studies at College of DuPage. Throughout the interview the possibilities within fashion careers are discussed along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to specific details about studying the program at College of DuPage. Get more information about Fashion Studies at College of DuPage on the Program Page . Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Q...
Jan 09, 2024•23 min•Season 4Ep. 36
In today’s episode Rebecca interviews Professor Jane Murtaugh, Program Chair for the Human Resources Certificate Program at College of DuPage. Throughout the interview she discusses the career possibilities in Human Resources careers along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to specific details about studying the program at College of DuPage. Get more information about Human Resources at College of DuPage on the Program Page . Please v...
Dec 26, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 35
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, Pierre shares tips related to preparing for salary negotiation and ideas how to work through the conversation. Points of research and planning are shared along with resources for the pre-negotiation stage. Hypotheticals and things to consider for the negotiation stage are also shared. Rebecca also leads off the episode by reviewing the communication competency and breaks down one of the related behaviors as identified by NACE (National Association...
Dec 12, 2023•34 min•Season 4Ep. 34
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we share tips on the job search process from a hiring manager’s perspective. We also explore the NACE Competency of Professionalism. Topic #1: Michelle interviews Angelo Conti, Supervisor of Mail & Warehouse Services at the College of DuPage, who shares tips on the job search process, including how job seekers can stand out to a hiring manager. Topic #2: Pierre discusses some key behaviors from the Professionalism competency. This competency i...
Nov 28, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 33
During this episode of The Career Ready Podcast, we discuss what questions to ask employers at the end of an interview. We also cover how to reach out to an employer after you've applied for a job. Topic #1: Rebecca shares tips on what questions to ask – and not ask – at the end of a job interview. Discover what questions will help you better understand the job and the employer as well as help you shine as a candidate. Topic #2: Michelle talks about how and when you should consider reaching out ...
Nov 14, 2023•26 min•Season 4Ep. 32
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we hear from a student that secured an internship in her first year at College of DuPage. She shares her story and tips for other students seeking opportunities. We also explore the NACE Competency of Critical Thinking. Topic #1 Pierre interviews Kimberly, a student at College of DuPage about her summer internship experience and how she secured the opportunity within her first year of being a college student. Topic #2 Rebecca discusses some key be...
Oct 31, 2023•30 min•Season 4Ep. 31
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we will talk about how to discuss your strengths and weaknesses during an interview. We will also introduce CareerOneStop, which is a website helpful for researching jobs and interview prep. Topic #1: Michelle shares tips on how to present your strengths and weaknesses to employers during interviews. Topic #2: Rebecca talks about CareerOneStop, a career website with great resources to research jobs and strong information on interviewing/interview ...
Oct 17, 2023•21 min•Season 4Ep. 30
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss job seeking with a disability. We will also explore a resource called Ask JAN. Topic #1: Michelle interviews Melissa Schertz, the Interim Manager for the Career Services Center at College of DuPage, about how to approach the job search process if you have a disability, including the review of important terminology, laws, and guidance on the disclosure process. Topic #2 : Pierre discusses the resource Ask JAN, which is a Job Accommodatio...
Oct 03, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 29
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we start a new series on answering interview questions. This episode is about answering behavioral interview questions using the STAR method. Topic #1: Pierre answers a listener question about when to show up at an interview. This is an important component of the interview that does take some planning. It is a great way to show your professionalism. Topic #2: Rebecca talks about the most difficult interview questions, the behavioral questions. Que...
Sep 19, 2023•27 min•Season 4Ep. 28
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we discuss the current job market and growing trends in the workforce. We also explore the NACE Competency of Technology. Topic #1: Pierre interviews Joe Cassidy, the Assistant VP of Economic Development and Dean of Continuing Education and Public Services about current job market and growing trends in the workforce including remote work and AI. Topic #2 : Michelle discusses some key behaviors from the Technology competency. This competency is a p...
Sep 05, 2023•31 min•Season 4Ep. 27
Welcome to Season 4! On this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we give career tips on how to have a successful fall semester by updating your resume, participating on campus, getting ready for a spring or summer internship, and more. We also discuss highlights from our faculty interviews from over the summer. Topic #1 – Catch up with your hosts, Michelle Malik, Pierre Michiels, and Rebecca Harrington Topic #2 – Highlights from our summer interviews with faculty in several key programs – Writi...
Aug 22, 2023•21 min•Season 4Ep. 26
In today’s episode Rebecca interviews Brian Clement, Associate Professor and Department Chair of Horticulture at College of DuPage. They discuss the career possibilities within horticulture along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to what the program has to offer its students at College of DuPage. Learn more about COD's Horticulture Program here: cod.edu/academics/programs/horticulture/ Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Q...
Aug 08, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 25
In this episode Michelle interviews Robert Plank, Assistant Professor, at College of DuPage. They discuss the career possibilities within computer and information technology along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to what the program has to offer its students at College of DuPage. Get more information about Computer and Information Technology at College of DuPage on the Program Page . Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Qu...
Jul 25, 2023•25 min•Season 3Ep. 24
In this episode Pierre interviews Stephanie Vlach, Assistant Professor, Co-chair for Sports Management, and Sports Management Faculty Advisor at College of DuPage. Throughout the interview the possibilities within sports management as a career are discussed along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to specific details about studying the program at College of DuPage. Get more information about Sports Management at College of DuPage on t...
Jul 11, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 23
In today's episode Rebecca interviews Steve Accardi, English Professor and Program Chair of the award-winning Writing Studies program at College of DuPage. They discuss the national award-winning Professional Writing Certificate as well as the importance of writing in the workplace. From STEM to business to the arts, writing is an essential skill that propels job seekers to better opportunities. Get more information about the Writing Studies Program at College of DuPage on the Program Page. Plea...
Jun 27, 2023•27 min•Season 3Ep. 22
In today’s episode Michelle interviews Anna Campbell, Assistant Professor, at College of DuPage. They discuss the career possibilities within surgical technology along with skills needed to succeed in the profession. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to what the program has to offer its students at College of DuPage. Get more information about Sports Management at College of DuPage on the Program Page . Please visit our website Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.e...
Jun 13, 2023•15 min•Season 3Ep. 21
In today’s episode Pierre interviews Maureen McBeth, an Accounting Professor and the Accounting Program Chair at College of DuPage. Throughout the interview the Accounting field is discussed along with skills needed to succeed as an accounting professional. Tips to get started are also shared in addition to specific details about studying the program at College of DuPage. Also discussed is the advancement in AI and how it may impact the field. Get more information about Accounting at College of ...
May 30, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 20
In today’s episode, we’ll provide you with tips on how to give your elevator pitch in an interview setting. We’ll also answer a listener question about how to address a work gap in an interview and dive deeper into our resource of the day, Big Interview. Topic #1: Pierre talks about the resource of the day, Big Interview, which helps prepare you for an interview by learning about interview tips and allowing you to practice your skills. Topic #2: Michelle discusses how to give your elevator pitch...
May 16, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In this week’s episode, you’ll hear an interview with two College of DuPage international students from the CCI Program. They will talk about their experiences in transitioning to a new area leading to struggles and success in building a network from minimal connections. We’ll also answer a listener question about using a cover letter in the job search and discuss the NACE competency of Teamwork. Topic #1: Rebecca talks about the NACE competency Teamwork. The conversation focuses on building and...
May 02, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In this week’s episode, you’ll hear an interview with College of DuPage’s Interim Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion about DEI in the workplace and how to discuss DEI during a job interview. We’ll also answer a listener question about how to list multiple jobs at the same company on a resume and discuss the NACE competency of Equity and Inclusion. Topic #1: Pierre discusses some key behaviors from the Equity and Inclusion competency from the list of top 8 competencies from the Nationa...
Apr 18, 2023•55 min•Season 2Ep. 17
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we talk about how to share your elevator pitch on LinkedIn in multiple spots. The conversation covers the LinkedIn headline, about section, and a recorded introduction. The LinkedIn conversation is preceded by a review of the workforce database O*Net and followed by this week’s listener question about what content to share in the body of the cover letter. Topic #1: Michelle reviews the workforce database O*Net. She discusses how to use the platfor...
Apr 04, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 16
During this episode of the Career Ready Podcast, we talk about how to give your elevator pitch in the summary section of your resume and answer a listener mail question about creating different resumes for different applications. We also review the resource of the day: VMock SMART Resume. Topic #1: Rebecca discusses applicant tracking software or ATS and introduces a resource called VMock Smart Resume, which provides users with instant feedback on their resume. Topic #2: Michelle talks about the...
Mar 21, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 15
