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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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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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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 …
Rising Juniors and Rising Seniors: Do you have a little extra time on your hands this summer? Do you want to get a jump on your internship or full-time job search?
If so, join us for CDI 301 in July! In four short sessions, we’ll cover everything you need to know to set yourself up for success for your search!
Class 1: Tuesday, July 14, 11:00am – 12:00pm
What we’ll cover: Job Search Overview, Targeting Companies & Roles, Taking your Resume to …
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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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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 …
LinkedIn is like your careers Instagram. You want to have a lot of followers, good content, a strong profile picture, and high engagement rates. Now you put a lot of time into your Instagram but your LinkedIn is looking a little unloved lately. It’s time to change that. Take a few moments this week to show you LinkedIn profile some love. As a matter of fact, this platform also serves as a first impression of you and your career to …
COVID-19 has affected people’s lives in different ways, and as students we have been affected in almost every way possible. With classes going virtual and social distancing becoming a necessary part of everyday life, there was no doubt that the search for jobs and internships was also going to be disrupted. With companies in every industry cancelling summer internships and rescinding full-time job offers, it is a scary time to be entering the workforce or searching for an job/internship.
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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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In this episode, Alyssa tells you how to stay up to date with CareerEdge!
What is CareerEdge and why should you use this as your go-to career resource for your time at Bentley University? There are SO many resources and tools on this site that are geared to get you up to speed on all things career related. Whether you are a freshman or a senior this page has something for you.
Alyssa gives insight on …
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