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Discover the future of work with Lina and Jed in the latest Minor Choices podcast! Dive into trends, challenges, and opportunities as we navigate the evolving landscape, offering insight to empower listeners for success in this rapidly changing workplace.
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In this episode of Minor Choices, Jed & Lina explore the essential balance between hard and soft skills in career advancement. We delve into the significance of hard skills, such as technical proficiencies and specialized knowledge, and the nuanced importance of soft skills like communication, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. Join us as we uncover how this combination of abilities contributes to professional success and growth!
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In this week’s episode, Rachel and Shawn dive into the challenge of limited work experience in conversation with Rebekah Stergar, Sr. Assistant Director of Student Employment. Rebekah shares invaluable tips on how to transform limited experience into a powerful asset. Through the magic of reflection, she’ll guide you in leveraging your skills toward a more aligned career goal. Mallory Rodruck takes the question of building experience to the streets in the Student on the Street segment!
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Ready to learn more? Take a deep dive and listen to related content on Major Choices:
Networking Tips: Episode 35
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In this episode of Minor Choices, Lina and Jed discuss the exciting journey of bridging the divide between your college education and the career of your dreams. Whether you're a recent graduate navigating entry-level positions or a seasoned professional transitioning into your desired field, join us as we uncover strategies and stories to navigate this pivotal phase with confidence.
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Are you curious about how artificial intelligence (AI) can help you achieve your goals? Do you want to learn more about the benefits and challenges of AI in today's world? Rachel and Caitlyn explore the fascinating topic of AI and how it can impact your career and education. They will also discuss the ethical and social implications of AI and how to use it responsibly and wisely. In the second half of the podcast, Mallory, the newest host of Student on the Street, shares about how she leverages AI to work smarter.
Whether you are an AI enthusiast, a beginner, or somewhere in between, this episode will give you valuable insights and tips on how to make the most of AI in your personal and professional life.
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In this episode of minor choices, Lina and Jed discuss the core competencies identified by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), helping you unlock the skills essential for success in today's dynamic and ever-evolving workplace.
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It's no secret that IU has some very competitive majors and schools. What happens when you had your heart set in one direction, but didn't end up gaining admission into a particular program? This episode offers you some ideas to consider when life redirects you in a new direction, as well as offers a few hopeful tips to keep you pointed towards your end career goal of working in the field of business.
In the second half of the podcast, we have the Inside Scoop--where Rachel interviews Jacob Holbrook, Sr. Consultant-Healthcare IT Risk for Kodiak (formerly Crowe Healthcare Risk Consulting) and 2020 IU grad, who pulls back the curtain to share his wisdom about what employers desire and how to stand out in the crowd.
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Career Development Center "Business Options" online resource -
In this episode of Major Choices, Career Development Center career coaches, Caitlyn & Nikki, explore the topic of building community through networking. They share tips on how to network effectively, how to build trust and rapport with people, and how to leverage your network to create opportunities.
In the second half of the podcast we are bringing back the Inside Scoop, a segment where career coach, Rachel, interviews a professional to learn about the world of work. In this episode Rachel talks with Katherine Boeck, a medical social worker from IU Health.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of college life? Do you struggle to balance your academic, personal, and professional goals? If so, you are not alone. Many college students face the challenge of finding time management and achieving harmony in their lives. In this episode, Nikki Davenport, a career coach gets to the heart of the matter offering tips and insights on how to manage your time effectively, prioritize your tasks, set realistic expectations, and cope with stress. And Alex King interviews MJ, getting a student's perspective on making it all work.
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Welcome to Season 5! As we kick off the new school year, the podcast team has expanded to include new co-hosts, IU career coaches—Shawn, Nikki, and Caitlyn. Together they tackle the question about navigating the college transition with some best practices to get started off on the right foot. Career peer host, Alex King, shares some bucket list items perfect for a first-year student in the Student on the Street segment.
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In todays episode, Alex and Rachel share 6 tips to focus on for doing your absolute best in an interview. Going from how to dress to what to say when employers ask, “Do you have any questions for us?” this episode is here to prepare you for your shot at the job!
Also, we are unrolling a new segment called the Inside Scoop where Rachel interviews a local professional to get the insider information about a career. Today Rachel talks with Sean Chambers a biomedical engineer from Cook Medical who shares about his unexpected journey into this field. -
Worried about that twitter post from 6 years ago? Well, you probably should be. In the age of social media, everything you put out into the world can follow you around, even if deleting it made you feel better. In this episode, Lina and Jed discuss the importance of your digital footprint.
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Good things happen outside of your comfort zone! In this episode, Rachel is joined by Lisa Hamilton, Myc Wiatrowski, and Niki Blackwell to talk about cultivating cultural curiosity! How can we cultivate cultural curiosity respectfully, humbly, and intentionally, both now and in future careers? The group will discuss different ways to foster this curiosity, as well as give practical applications of how to step out of your comfort zone!
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Have you applied for jobs or summer internships and nothing seems to pan out? Don’t lose hope because this episode offers 8 tangible takeaways that you can still do to build experience, even if that coveted internship fell through.
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Need a letter of recommendation but don’t know where to start? In this episode of Minor Choices, Lina and Jed discuss the top things to consider when asking around for the letter that’s all about you!
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What do you do when things still don't seem clear? In this episode, Rachel & Alex walk listeners through a 'wandering' or 'career' mapping exercise which can help students see connections between one's values, interests, skillsets, and experiences that can often illuminate a path forward. In the student on the street segment, peer coach Laria Miller, does this in real time with a current IU student!
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In this episode of Minor Choices--a 100% student written & produced podcast of Major Choices--career peers Lina and Jed talk all about connection, touching on why getting to know professors and other individuals during your college journey is important for your long-term career success.
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Rachel and new co-host Alex discuss 5 tips and one trick for starting the semester off in the best way possible. From study habits to finding “balance” in all aspects of yourself, this episode will give you advice to take you further and make the new beginning of the semester much smoother!
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