The pandemic has created enormous changes in the workplace, and with it our skills have adapted. What skills will be needed post-pandemic? Adam and Jeff discuss some of these skills you may want to consider weaving into your utility belt as you

Episode 32: Age Discrimination

Dec 3rd, 2020 16m 27s

Regardless of the employment market and current circumstances, age discrimination continues to be a problem during the job process. In this episode, Adam and Jeff discuss encounters with age discrimination and how to combat it in regards to a r

Episode 31: Remote Job Interviews

Nov 20th, 2020 16m 2s

What are interviewers looking for when hiring for remote jobs? What are some questions you can expect and need to be ready to answer in regards to remote work? Tune in to this latest episode as Adam and Jeff discuss the top questions you may be

Episode 30: The Value of Watercooler Talk

Nov 12th, 2020 12m 46s

Missing those casual discussions between co-workers/colleagues about work and non-work related topics? We are! Adam and Jeff discuss the benefits to 'Water Cooler' talk in the workplace, and how simple informal conversations can lead to meaning

Episode 29: Your Work Soundtrack - What's Your Playlist?

Nov 6th, 2020 12m 12s

Do you listen to music while you study or work? If so, what is your 'work soundtrack'? Adam and Jeff discuss how the type of music you listen to can influence your work mood, and in turn impact your productivity. You don't want to miss this epi

Episode 28: Tattoos in the Workplace

Oct 30th, 2020 15m 5s

Do you have a tattoo and are unsure where 'ink' fits in the workplace? Adam and Jeff do their best to discuss how tattoos can potentially impact the workplace while addressing ethical pros and cons to this issue. Truthfully there is no right or

Episode 27: Screen Fatigue

Oct 22nd, 2020 14m 29s

Are you experiencing screen fatigue? Having trouble finding a balance between life and work? Who isn't these days! This episode discusses how you can alter your behavior to combat screen fatigue, and be more productive with all forms of work.

Episode 23: Online Skills That Relate to Your Career

Sep 24th, 2020 14m 23s

Season 3 is here! Join Adam and Jeff in a discussion about how online learning translates to skills you need in order to succeed in any career industry/field.Produced/Edited by: Chloe Swift

Episode 22: Open to New Opportunities & General Advice

Apr 27th, 2020 20m 50s

On the last episode of the Spring 2020 semester, Adam Mayer and Jeff Poulos share notable pieces of advice to consider wherever you are on the road of career and professional development. Additionally, best practices and general tips geared tow

Episode 21: Informational Interviews

Apr 20th, 2020 17m 21s

Informational interviews are an under-utilized networking technique. Adam and Jeff discuss where, and how to open conversation in order to start making these networking connections. Most importantly, steps to setting up successful informational

Episode 20: Prepare for Virtual Career Fair

Apr 13th, 2020 15m 28s

Not sure how to prepare for a virtual career fair? Jeff and Adam discuss best practices for preparing for career fairs, and also more importantly for virtual employer engagements as this will be an upcoming trend for job seekers.Edited by Pet

Episode 19: Tips for Video Interviewing

Apr 2nd, 2020 14m 16s

Now more than ever, video interviewing through platforms such as Skype and Zoom (to name a few) will be a big trend for job seekers. Adam and Jeff discuss tips and tricks on how you can succeed during a video interview, and how you can best pre

Episode 18: Online Career Services

Mar 27th, 2020 12m 4s

The virus has impacted all of our lives, including how career services can assist and support YOU right now! Adam and Jeff discuss the online services available for MSU students, and how you can connect with us and/or your respective career ser

Episode 17: Salary Negotiations

Mar 25th, 2020 13m 11s

Adam and Jeff (or in this case, George Washington and Ben Franklin), share some statistics and data behind salary negotiations and offer best tips to these sometimes difficult discussions in the workplace. Check it out here!Editor Peter Zezas

Episode 16: How to Succeed on the Job

Mar 25th, 2020 11m 54s

Want to channel your inner Andy from Parks and Rec. but also don't want to come across as Napoleon Dynamite on your first few months of the job? Unsure as to what you should be doing but want to remain professional? Not to worry as Adam and Jef

MoA Episode 15: Interview with Chris Fitzpatrick: Crestron Electronics

Feb 28th, 2020 14m 16s

On this special episode, Adam and Jeff chat with Chris Fitzpatrick, Campus Relations Manager at Crestron Electronics. A fellow alum of MSU, Chris provides some great insight as to how students can prepare for the workforce. Editor: Sandra Bou

Episode 14: AI & Pymetrics

Feb 22nd, 2020 17m 59s

Did you ever wonder how Artificial Intelligence fits in during your job search process? What's Pymetrics? Adam and Jeff discuss these topics and how you can best prepare to navigate AI wherever you are on the road of career and professional dev

Episode 13: Applicant Tracking Systems Part 2: JOBSCAN

Feb 22nd, 2020 13m 57s

Applicant Tracking Systems are REAL (see episode 12), however, there is one free software which can help you get navigate the application process: jobscan.coJust like R2D2 and C3P0 scan for lifeforms, jobscan.co scans for how you strengthen y

Episode 12: Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) - Part I

Feb 6th, 2020 15m 2s

Be prepared as there are robots in the job search! No, not Terminators or Meca-Godzillas! What robots may you ask? These robots are called Applicant Tracking Systems (ATSs)!In this episode Adam and Jeff break down what is an ATS, and how to b

Episode 11: How to Deal with Road Blocks

Dec 5th, 2019 13m 41s

For the last episode of the year, Adam and Jeff discuss potential road blocks, when it comes to the search process. Why aren't we hearing from employers? What could be happening? Check this episode out to gather some insight so you don't get de

Episode 10: Email Etiquette

Nov 28th, 2019 14m 13s

Wow! Our tenth episode! Just like the TA Anniversary, you won't want to miss out on Adam and Jeff discussing email etiquette, and how this is a crucial part of the job search. Check it out!Podcast produced and engineered by Kaitlyn KirganEdi

Episode 9: HOW to Network, and WHY

Nov 28th, 2019 14m 49s

Just like draining a 3-pointer shot in Basketball, Networking can get you the points! Listen to Adam and Jeff discuss how to create those warm connections in order to expand your Network. You never know where it may lead!Edited by Katherine G

Episode 8: Social Media Presence Part 2

Nov 28th, 2019 12m 40s

This podcast discusses how you can be proactive on social media when it comes time to searching for internships/jobs. Adam and Jeff share the most up to date tips and tricks you can have on your tool belt for when you are searching the 'interwe

Episode 7: Social Media Presence (Part 1)

Nov 7th, 2019 14m 29s

Jeff and Adam discuss best practices and provide recommendations for what you can be doing when it comes to checking your social media presence during the job search process! This is a part 1 of 2 podcast!Editor and Producer: Sarah PerneyEng

Episode 6: How to Leverage LinkedIn Part 2

Oct 31st, 2019 15m 16s

Happy Halloween! On this episode, we continue to dissect LinkedIn, networking and how to maximize best practices for your job and internship search. Engineer: Bryant FloresProducer: Sarah PerneyTVDM 255-02