How To Get A Job

Did you know that over 70% of college students are in debt!  With millions of dollars in scholarships available, you absolutely don’t have to fall into that statistic.  In today’s episode of the Mastering College to Career Podcast I speak with Jocelyn Pearson the Founder of The College Scholarship System.  Jocelyn has earned over $126,000 in external scholarships and has helped students claim nearly $3 million in scholarships in this past year alone.  Today we discuss student debt, four scholarship myths all college students should know and how you can earn nearly $200 an hour from applying to scholarships. If you want to get in contact with Jocelyn Pearson connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelynmpearson/ If you would like to learn how to earn more scholarship dollars, go to: https://thescholarshipsystem.com/ and register for a free webinar! During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

Graduating into a pandemic is not an ideal situation, no one could have predicted it.  In today’s episode, I speak with Director of Talent Acquisition at Experian North America Erika Sanday about what It was like to graduate into 911, and how it took her career down a new path. From a degree in broadcast journalism to a career in HR, Brandy talks all about how seizing opportunity is not impossible even if you enter into a completely different industry than what you studied.  In today’s episode you will learn the skills that will help you stand out from other applicants, the importance of diversity and inclusion when hiring graduate students and why companies are hiring graduate students over experienced workers right now. This is an episode you don’t want to miss.  Tune in today! To get in contact with Erika connect with here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-sanday/ During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/  

In this episode of the podcast I talk to Diego Zambrano the Deputy Director and VP of programs of the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute. In this episode we talk about what a career in the public sector looks like.  Diego has had the opportunity to work for the Colombia consulate, for the US. congress woman, and now for a non profit organization.  In this podcast we talk about his journey and how students can start getting involved if they have aspirations to serve their communities.  We talk about the amazing internship that CHLI offers where you will be able to get experience working for a Congressman/woman.  Tune in and see how you can apply here. https://www.chli.org/global-leaders-program If you would like to get in contact with Diego email him at: dzambrano@chli.org  or connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diego-zambrano-132134101/ During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/  

In these uncertain times and times of social distancing, videos are what have kept us all #alonetogether during this quarantine. In today’s episode, we talk about cultivating relationships and how utilizing videos when connecting with others is a sure way to re-humanize the networking process. Tune in to this episode of the podcast to hear Chief Marketing Officer at BombBomb Steve Pacinelli discuss the importance of following up after listening to a podcast, making genuine connections and making sure you’re a good cultural fit for the company.  Listen in to learn a fail proof way to connect with industry professionals and how to build relationships that will last a lifetime by using videos to connect. During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

Have you lost an internship during these trying times? Are you tired of applying for jobs and internships and getting nowhere? If so, I have a challenge for you!  Listen to this episode of the Mastering College ot Career Podcast to hear Austin Belcak and I speak on why setting aside 100 hours to create a value validation project or portfolio  this summer is the best way to land your dream job. Austin is the founder of CultivatedCulture.com where he helps people land jobs they love without traditional experience and without applying online.  His strategies have been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Fast Co, and Inc. and he has helped thousands of job seekers land jobs at places like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Salesforce, LinkedIn, Tesla, SpaceX, Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, ESPN, the NFL, and more. In this episode we discuss how ATS are a way of the past. We also touch on not just why you should be networking and building relationships, but how you should go about doing so.  If you want an above average job, you have to do an above average job search tune in today to hear us speak about how going the extra mile really does make all the difference. So, if you’re ready to break the norm and take charge of your career search, tune in today to this episode of the podcast.  Have you already started a value validation project? Share your project on linkedIn and tag us! To get in touch with Austin Belcak connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abelcak/ or  austin@cultivatedculture.com To access free resources to help jump start your job search, click below! https://cultivatedculture.com/tools/ During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

Did you know that 60% of all college graduates end up working in sales for their first job? The reality is that no matter what industry you’re in, everyone is in sales in some way shape or form. From selling a product or service, to selling yourself or ideas, sales impacts everyone in some way. So to talk about what a career in sales looks like and why you should look into this great career I brought my friend David Weiss to the show.  With over 15 years of professional sales experience, David has taken his years of experience and has written a top selling book Your Definitive Sales Career Guide.  In this episode of the podcast we discuss David’s book and cover the pros and cons of becoming a sales professional, the importance of building a sustainable foundation in sales training and learn what traits hiring managers are looking for in new sales hires.   Tune in today to learn about what the DNA of a sales all-star consists of, recommendations for salary negotiation, and why a career in sales leads to driving positive change in the world. Click here to connect with David Weiss on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlbweiss/ During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com  Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

As children we’ve been told to “do the right thing,” in college, students are often challenged to put this phrase into action.  Though college is a place to learn new thoughts and ideas, oftentimes we may be exposed to certain lifestyles that are unfamiliar.  In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Product Manager at LinkedIn and Author of Modern College Alex Valatis about all things higher education!  What you learn, what you do, and who you spend your time with are a few key principles discussed in Alex’s book and in today’s episode. Tune in today to hear all about why you shouldn’t fall into the sunk cost fallacy, the top three things that matter in college and the macro trends of society and how they will affect your life after college. To get in touch with Alex, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexvalaitis/ or at: https://www.themoderncollege.com/ You can also find his book here: Modern College  During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

How many times have you wanted to start a project, apply for a job, write a book, etc. but have stopped yourself because you believe you’re under qualified? You may be suffering from something called Imposter syndrome! No this is not a medical add, however, after speaking with today’s guest, I have found the antidote to Imposter Syndrome and doubting your achievements. In this episode of the Mastering College to Career Podcast I speak with the CEO of Self-Publishing School, SelfPublishing.com, and the author of 6 bestselling books including his most recent book titled “Published.”Chandler Bolt.  Chandler is also the host of the 7 Figure Principles Podcast and the Self Publishing School Podcast. Through his books, podcasts, YouTube channels, and Self-Publishing School, he’s helped thousands of people jump the hurdle of imposter syndrome and write their first book. Today’s episode is power packed with gems, so, tune in to hear us discuss jumping the hurdles of imposter syndrome, the significance of becoming a startup superstar and why right now is the best time to write a book and get ahead. Connect with Chandler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandlerbolt/ or Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chandler.bolt1/friends  During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Podcast Produced By: Jordan (Jay) Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

At the young age of 17, Caroliana Galeano volunteered as a television co-host and producer. After college Carolina became a television producer and director at Montgomery College Television.  Her  focus is on multicultural audiences where she produces a range of digital content for TV and radio in Spanish, Amharic, Vietnamese and French. Usually, I ask questions from the perspective of the student in my podcast, however, today’s episode is extra special because I brought on one of my Mastering College to Career Academy students to co-host the show! Jordan (Jay) is a recent graduate who currently produces my podcast and is an aspiring television producer and talk show host; so, what better way to gain insight on the industry than to talk to the amazing Carolina Galeano! Tune in to today’s extra special episode of the Mastering College to Career podcast to learn: what you should be doing right now if you’re looking into going into television production, how creating a niche from your unique qualities and interests can work in your favor and how to make your passion, skills and experience work to your advantage during times of uncertainty. Connect with Carolina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinapenadc/ During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Episode Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/

Imagine graduating High School at the age of 14.  Not speaking a lick of English, you leave your home country to go to college in America. Fast forward five years to your Junior year in college and you’re the CEO of your own company and mentor over 400 other college students on what it takes to have a successful career. This is a reality for Stephanie Nuesi! In today’s episode I speak with Stephanie Nuesi, CEO and Founder of Max Up, a career coaching firm whose mission is to maximize the potential of the future leaders of the nation. Stephanie is currently a junior student majoring in Accounting at Baruch College.  In the last two years Stephanie has put on over 20 workshops across the nation and has been a guest speaker for companies like Wiley, JP Morgan, UBS, the AICPA. In this episode of the Mastering College to Career Podcast, Stephanie Nuesi and I discuss why networking, seizing opportunity, and taking the time to really get to know a company’s culture is so crucial. Tune into today’s episode entitled “Adopting a Growth Mindset,“ to learn about using your resources, maximizing your potential and breaking limiting beliefs. To get in contact with Stephanie, connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanienuesi/ Max up Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/max-up/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_maxup/ Email: hello@themaxup.com  During this podcast, I shared about my Mastering College to Career Academy. If you would like to get more information about it please visit: https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/join-academy or email me any questions at Daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com Podcast Produced By: Jordan Alford https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-jay-alford/