My name is Ryan Bartels and I am a senior at Chapman University. I am studying Communication, with a cluster in Leadership. I was looking forward to my final three semesters at Chapman University, with my study abroad program the second semester of my junior year, then a great summer internship. However, the world took
Hello all! My name is Thomas Pierce, and I’m a senior Strategic & Corporate Communication major with a minor in Spanish. I plan to graduate in the Spring of 2022, and I’m also a member of the Chapman Men’s Soccer team and the Chapman Club Ice Hockey Team. During the summer months of 2021, I
Get ready for the job interview question, “What did you do during the pandemic?” Not just this year, but throughout your career. Why? It’s not that hiring managers want to know that you used the time to learn a new language, re-organize your closets, or get even closer with your family during all the board
There’s a new question for prospective employees. Beyond the job duties, salary, corporate culture, training and development opportunities, and potential for promotion, you’ll want to consider where you do your best work. This is an added dimension to your career discovery and your job interview preparation. The question is: Where do you do your best
The first three questions that lead to career success have nothing to do with companies, sectors, or job openings. The right way to start your discovery is looking inward. Ask yourself: What am I curious about? What do I already know I’m interested in? What experiences have I had that produced the greatest learning? Because
Informational interviews can be a treasure trove of useful tips that help you get a great job, or they can be a terrible waste of your time (and your interviewees’ time as well). The difference between a great result and a disappointing one all rests with a simple question. It’s almost never asked. That question
Most candidates spend some time researching online, trying to figure out what questions they’ll be asked in a job interview. They spend a good bit of time crafting their answers. Some people devote time for practicing or doing role-play. But the one thing almost every candidate fails to do is set the appropriate goals and
Some of the best positions are created by the applicant. Spontaneous application is the term for reaching out to an employer or internship provider that does not have a job posted. Your outreach means you are more interested in the company than you are in filling an order. That says a lot about you. You
When you have control over your life and time, you just naturally feel more confident, joyful, and engaged with your work. Whether you decide to start your venture or find great satisfaction on-the-job for an employer, thinking in an entrepreneurial way will give you a path to success. Entrepreneurs are typically known for “finding their
What do CEOs ask their recruiters and hiring managers about the final candidates competing for a job or internship? In a letter to his shareholders, Jeff Bezos shared the grilling he gives someone who is recommending a job candidate for his company. Below you’ll find his questions and some tips that will get you to