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The Salary Question

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In this episode, Alyssa tells you how to talk about salary!
This can be a taboo topic for many people especially if you are not used to talking about a salary. What is the going rate for the industry or job position? How can you turn to tables and flip the script to get more insight? Should you give a number or range? All your questions are answered here!

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Where Are You in the Interview Process with Other Companies?

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

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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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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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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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How to Approach a Company Not on BentleyLink

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In this episode, Alyssa answers one of her favorite questions “How to Approach a Company Not on BentleyLink”. With many companies out there that don’t have job applications on BentleyLink many students might wonder what to do to get to these desired firms. How should you go about getting into these companies that are on your career goals? Should you email or call? What should you say? What tools can you use that are at your …

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What To Do if You Haven’t Heard Back from Employers

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In this episode, Alyssa shares insight on “What To Do if You Haven’t Heard Back from Employers”. She gives tips on how to follow up, network, continue the conversation and more. What should you put in the email and who should you reach out to and when should you initiate that process? It can be confusing for students who are new to the job search process but this video gives you an in depth view of …

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