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Where Are You in the Interview Process with Other Companies?

Got questions? Ask Alyssa!

In this episode, Alyssa answers – Where are you in the interview process with other companies?

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Coach’s Call: Jen Graham

Jen serves as Assistant Director in the Pulisfer Undergraduate Career Development Center in January 2018 and is the dedicated Career Coach for Computer Information Systems, Data Analytics, Liberal Studies (except Media, Arts, & Society), and Bachelor of Arts students.

Career Questions 

Best piece of career advice?

Don’t tie your sense of self-worth to your job

Worst piece of career advice?

Don’t make friends at work

Life mantra/ quote to live by? 

Be curious, not judgmental.

Fun Questions  

If you could …

By Yasmeen Alwani
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Standing Out in an Interview

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In this episode, Alyssa tells you how to stand out in an interview!
Interviewing is an art. It takes practice to make it perfect. With firms interviewing hundreds of applicants it is even MORE important than ever to figure out how to stand out in the whole process. Alyssa has some tips to share to make sure you are a star in your next interview.

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Tips for Writing the Perfect Cover Letter

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In this episode, Alyssa tells you all the top tips for writing the perfect cover letter!

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Coach’s Call: Melissa Sawyer

Melissa Sawyer is Senior Associate Director / Operations Manager and dedicated Career Coach for the Accounting, Corporate Finance and Accounting (Accounting Focus), Information Systems Audit and Control, Mathematics, and Actuarial Sciences majors in the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center.

Career Questions 

How did you become a career coach?

I worked in the Admission office of my undergraduate institution.  When I graduated, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with my life, so found a job working in the Admission office …

By Yasmeen Alwani
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Managing and Maintaining a Professional Network

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In this episode, Alyssa tells you about managing and maintaining a professional network!

Networking is the best way to work on career development. It is a life long skill and your network can truly be an asset to you for years to come. How can you manage and maintain your network? Alyssa has all the tips you need to know.

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What is CDI201 and CDI301?

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In this episode, Alyssa tells you all about CDI 201 and CDI 301!

In 2016, Bentley launched Career Development Introduction 201 (CDI 201) for sophomores which focuses on job search readiness.   The curriculum is centered on advanced StrengthsFinder based assessment, Strong Interest Inventory assessment, customized career action planning, advanced internship search techniques, and interviewing preparation and practice (which includes a mock interview with an employer).

Specialized CDI 301 courses are offered in the following major fields …

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Coach’s Call: Brian Moccio

Brian Moccio is an Associate Director in the Pulsifer Undergraduate Career Development Center and the dedicated Career Coach for Economics-Finance and Managerial Economics Majors.

Career Questions 

What is your favorite part of your job as a career coach?

The ability to make a positive impact on student’s lives.

Best piece of career advice? 

It sounds small, but always take the time to say thank you.  Most students know to do this after interviews, but it also can apply to so …

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How to Network Digitally

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In this episode, Alyssa tells you how to network digitally! This is important because with any career path it is important to NETWORK. The saying “network like it’s your net worth” is so true at Bentley and for all students of every age. What should you put in the email to network? How about networking through LinkedIn? What’s the best strategy?

Hear some top notch tips and tricks to navigate your networking journey. Tune into the …

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Transferable Skills in the Workplace

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In this episode, Alyssa talks about transferable skills in the workplace. What are soft skills? How can you further develop your problem solving skills or communication skills or team building skills. These are ALL career competencies that can be showcased in future interviews to land the next job opportunity. All employers look for these soft skills for new students to be a part of their team.

Learn how to identify these competencies, talk about these soft …

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