Paul Stanish

Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center

Paul Stanish is an Associate Director of Undergraduate Career Development in the Pulsifer Career Development Center at Bentley University and the dedicated Career Coach for Creative Industry, Film & Media Studies, Information Design and Corporate Communications, Marketing, and Professional Sales majors.  In addition to working with those constituents, he teaches all levels of students in the award winning CDI 101, 201 and 301 courses and manages the CareerEdge Career Colleague team.   Paul spends time cultivating relationships with corporate partners and companies in advertising, beauty, fashion, market research, television and many more.  As a certified Gallup strength coach, Paul has coached multiple staff and students on how to best utilize their strengths in the personal and professional lives.  He is certified as a Strong Interest Inventory coach and has recently completed a course in Stanford’s Life Design workshop.  He currently serves on the department strengths task force.  Paul has over 20 years of prior experience at Bentley working in Student Affairs and the Center for Alumni, Parents and Friends.  Since 2006 Paul has worked as an event planner, merchandise manager and consultant for various sports memorabilia companies in New England.  Prior to Bentley, Paul worked for CVS corp. in their management and operation training programs.  Paul graduated from Bentley with a Bachelor of Science in Management. Dedicated Career Coach for the following majors:

  • Creative Industries
  • Film and Media Studies
  • Information Design and Corporate Communications
  • Marketing
  • Professional Sales

 

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2022 Rainbow Scholars Program – Deadline to apply is Wednesday September 21.

The Center for Women and Business (CWB) & Gender and Sexuality Student Programs (GSSP) Office have launched the Rainbow Scholars Program! This new year-long leadership program is designed to provide LGBTQ+ (and allied) undergraduate members of the Bentley community with the opportunity to grow in both their personal and professional development through learning, engagement, and networking opportunities. By participating in various workshops, students will develop skills of leadership, advocacy, and identity awareness. Additionally, this …

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Out for Undergrad 2023 Business Conference Application is now open!

O4UB continues to be the premier conference for LGBTQ2+ students who are interested in developing their professional careers in business!

You will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, reconnect with peers from previous conferences, and participate in our revamped programming series and professional development sessions! All the while, immersing yourself in an environment that celebrates and empowers all LGBTQ2+ identities in the workplace.

This conference remains free of charge to all students thanks to the generous sponsorships of …

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SKIP THE LINE AND GET YOUR CAREER FAIR FAST PASS

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Top Communication Skills for the Workplace

Communication skills are foundational soft skills for interacting with others in the workplace — but employers don’t value all of these skills equally. In this guide, we’ll cover what communication skills are, which ones employers are looking for in 2022, and how to show them off in the job search process. You’ll learn:

What Are Communication Skills?
What Communication Skills Are Employers Looking for in 2022?
How to Improve Your Communication Skills
How to Include Communication Skills in a Job Application

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2022 American Marketing Association Collegiate Summit – Sign Up Today

There are so many advantages to participate in events related to a professional association.  The opportunity to network with marketing leaders, connect with marketing students from all over the U.S., and learn about industry trends are just a few of the many great reasons to engage.  The American Marketing Association is hosting one of these events.  Their 2022 Collegiate Summit starts on September 30 and runs through October 15.  For just $30 you have the opportunity to gain access to …

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Affordable Housing Bridge Program: Powered by Project Destined

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Job Board for the Marketing and Communications Industry

If you have met with me to discuss resources for your job search chances are high that I mentioned the Center for Communications.org.  The website targets students who aspire to work in the media and communications industry.  For years I’ve endorsed this site for their free access to virtual events, webinars, talks, networking opportunities and much more.  I’m happy to inform you that the website designers have added a job board under their resource tab.  The board has slowly grown …

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Need a Free Podcast to Listen to? Check out The Backroom on Retail Dive

Many of you ask what should/can I do during the summer to complement a job, class or internship.  If you need an idea, check out The Backroom on Retaildive.com.  One can access the free podcasts directly from the home page by clicking on the podcast link in the navigation bar.  Most topics of conversation are from the retail world.  Most recent podcasts focus on the future of retail, wall street expectations for the industry, and interviews with c-suite leaders.  So …

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Resumes Alone Are No Longer Enough — 4 Things Job Seekers Need to Add to Their Applications ASAP

We live in the digital world, and that has affected every aspect of our lives — including the way we work and apply for jobs. Plus, the circumstances we’re now experiencing, from an ongoing pandemic to the Great Resignation, are transforming the hiring process in myriad ways.

Now, a resume alone won’t cut it when you’re trying to land that coveted role. While the job market is on the candidate’s side, you still need to find a way to stand out …

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American Marketing Association – Job Search Resources

Many of you know that I’m an advocate for being a member in professional associations.  Moreover, many of you know how valuable the American Marketing Association is to new and seasoned marketing professionals.  One of the many features on AMA.org is their robust job board.  And AMABoston has just made it easier to access the career center job information. Employers that use the AMA Boston Career Center are pre-qualified to offer careers relevant to this industry.  Students will have to …

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