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Be. Career. Ready. provides timely information about job searching, resume writing, cover letters, interviewing, and well-being. Grab your ear buds and take advantage of the information shared. Let us know topics you want to hear about by emailing us at graduatecareers@niu.edu. And remember...our podcasts are here to help YOU Be. Career. Ready.
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Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Before you start to apply for internships or full-time positions, ask yourself these six questions. Are you ready to apply? Interested in learning where you can get support?
Friday Jul 15, 2022
Friday Jul 15, 2022
When job searching, simply having a LinkedIn profile is not enough. The decisions you make about which sections to use on LinkedIn is key, especially if you want to get the attention of recruiters and hiring managers. This podcast episode is part of a series, with this being the second of three. We will cover steps 6-10 in this episode to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile.
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
This podcast episode is part of a series, with this being the last of three. We cover steps 11-15 in this episode to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile to gain more attention by recruiters and hiring managers.
Sunday May 01, 2022
Sunday May 01, 2022
When job searching, simply having a LinkedIn profile is not enough. The decisions you make about which sections to use on LinkedIn is key, especially if you want to get the attention of recruiters and hiring managers. This podcast episode is part of a series, with this being the first. We will cover steps 1-5 to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile.
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
With each application, your hope is to score an interview. Given today’s job market, expect between 3-8 interviews with a company before receiving an offer. With that many rounds and questions to navigate, you need to develop your storytelling skills. Learn what five story topics to prepare BEFORE you interview.
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Did you know that 70-80% of job openings never get posted on job boards? The people who get those jobs know the importance of networking. With only 20-30% of openings finding their way to a job board, consider re-thinking how you spend your time job searching. Instead of poring over job listings, followed by putting together needed application materials, dedicate time to networking. Learn how and get started here.
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Learn more about NIU’s 2022 Summer Writing and Research Program. This free 8-week, Monday through Friday, program starts on June 13 and ends on August 6. You have the choice to meet in person or join online. In this podcast episode, Ashley Bartelt shares a quick overview of this popular program for thesis and dissertation writers. Register now! Don't miss out!
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
Wednesday Apr 06, 2022
When job searching, one of the most critical pieces to prepare is your resume. Be sure you avoid these three common resume mistakes. Follow this channel or regularly check to see what new episodes we drop about job searching and wellbeing. We are here to help YOU be. career. ready.
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Whether you have significant or limited work experience, deciding how to best capture your job responsibilities in the "Work Experience" section of your resume is a common challenge. Six strategies are shared to structure and optimize your “Work Experience” section.
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Christine Lagattolla, NIU's Assistant Director of Outdoor Adventures, shares strategies with you on how increasing your awareness positively impacts health and wellbeing. In fact, awareness is a major step toward making change in your life. Learn more about breathing, self-talk, and quieting your mind's chatter.