Episode 19: Preparing for an Interview

CareerEQ

Getting a first round interview is a challenge in itself, but how do you nail that first interview and increase your odds of getting the call-back? Our guests are going to provide us with advice on how to best prepare for that interview so you can get to the coveted next round, and ideally, to the final round and offer.

Guests:

Ryan Wilhelm, Senior Career Advisor, The Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University

Rebecca Zurek, Recruiter at Cardinal Health, The Fisher College of Business Graduate

Additional Resources:

The QUIC Certification

Fisher Interview guide

Big Interview

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Episode 15: Negotiating Offers

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So, you got what you wanted – the coveted job offer. Now WHAT?! How can you make sure you get a fair compensation package that is commensurate with your worth, while not jeopardizing an opportunity you worked hard to get? This episode tackles the do’s and don’ts when negotiating job offers.

Guests:

Jana Smith, Talent Development Leader at Global Overview

Mark Wilson, Director at the Office of Career Management, The Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University

Additional Resources:

· Salary Negotiation 101 – How to Negotiate Your Job Offer

· 15 Rules for Negotiating Job Offers

· Job Search Resources: Office of Career Management – Fisher College of Business

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Episode 9: Keeping Momentum and Maintaining Positivity in Your Job Search

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The job search process can be draining, and at times, even demoralizing. We continue our discussion with Brian Piccioni & Ryan Wilhelm, but in this episode we talk about how to maintain your job search momentum, your positivity and your self-confidence through this tedious and taxing process.

Guests:

Brian Piccioni, Sr. Director of Marketing Operations at NVIDIA

Ryan Wilhelm, Senior Career Advisor at the Fisher College of Business

Additional Resources:

· Fisher’s Office of Career Management Job Search Resources

· Genelle Heim, founder of the Grayson Hayden Group…

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Episode 8: The Job Search Process & The Role of Networking

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It’s unrealistic to think that there’s just one perfect job for you, but just finding the right job that fits your career plan can be a challenging process. In this episode of CareerEQ, we talk to a Fisher alum that successfully steered his career to Silicon Valley – and did so by networking. Hear more about his story, how he did it and his job search and networking advice.

Guests:

Brian Piccioni, Sr. Director of Marketing Operations at NVIDIA

Ryan Wilhelm, Senior Career Advisor at the Fisher College of Business

Additional Resources:

· Fisher’s Office of Career Management Job Search Resources

· Genelle Heim, founder of the Grayson Hayden Group…

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Episode 7: Marketing Career Paths Part II – LIVE Edition

CareerEQ

CareerEQ goes live! In this special episode, we have a live panel discussion with four marketing professionals that have very different types of roles. Learn what makes them get out of bed each morning, what their day-to-day is like and what characteristics and skills are needed for success in each different path.

Guests:

Ashley Roland, Senior Director of Strategy at JLL Design (formerly Big Red Rooster, a retail brand strategy & design firm)

Brent Williams, Account Director at 500 Degrees (a marketing communications agency)

Lisa Smith, Sr. Analyst at JM Smucker (Smuckers Jelly, Jif peanut butter, Hostess and more)

Jacob Ledbetter, Division Sales Manager, TTI (Hoover, Dirt Devil. Milwaukee Tool, and more)

Additional Resources:

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Episode 3: Career Fairs

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Career fairs can be intimidating, overwhelming and sometimes downright painful. Learn how to get the most out of them from two of the best in the career fair business! 

Guests: 

Jacob Ledbetter, Division Sales Manager at TTI

Mark Wilson, Senior Director of Recruiter Relations and Technology with Fisher’s Office of Career Management at Ohio State 

Additional Resources…

  • 3 Easy Steps to Prep for a Career Fair video
  • How to Engage with Employers During the Fair video
  • How to Follow Up After a Career Fair video 

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Episode 2: The Virtual Interview

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Many of us may be Zoomed-out, but the virtual interview is here for the foreseeable future. Learn what to do – and what not to do – when interviewing virtually so that you increase your chances to meet your future boss face-to-face! 

Guests: 

Hannah Dible, University Relations Specialist at The J.M. Smucker Company

Sarah Steenrod, Director of Undergraduate Career Consultation and Programs with Fisher’s Office of Career Management at Ohio State 

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Episode 1: Tricky Interview Questions

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Where do you see yourself in five years? Tell me about a time you encountered conflict with a co-worker or peer. What is your expected salary? Interview questions like these are common and can make or break your candidacy. Learn how to shine when posed with these tricky interview questions. 

Guests: 

Marcy Bloom, Senior Project Specialist in employment practices at Bath & Body Works

Stephanie Wapner, Senior Lecturer and Associate Academic Director of MBA Programs at Ohio State

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