Real World 101: Life After College

The Real World 101 podcast with Penelope Trunk is now available on our podcast page or click here to listen...

In the latest installment of Real World 101 podcasts I interviewed Penelope Trunk author of Brazen Careerist: The New Rules for Success. Penelope's clever and at times shocking advice will prepare you for your journey into the corporate world. Her down-to-earth advice can be applied not only to your entry-level-getting-coffee-and-making-copies job, but also to your life long career. If you would like to learn more about Penelope Trunk or her book, be sure to visit www.penelopetrunk.com.

Here are some discussed topics:

• Discovering your passions and finding a job that matches
• Job Hunting 101: There are stupid interview questions, do you know them?
• Safely navigating the dangerous waters of office politics
• How to look good at your first job... and every future job for that matter
• $40,000 - The magic number because it's all that you need
• The irrelevance of promotions

The Real World 101 podcast with Lindsey Pollak is now available on Our Podcast Page or Click here to listen...
 
In the latest installment of Real World 101 podcasts I interviewed Lindsey Pollak author of Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World. Lindsey's insightful advice and tips will put any job hunter ahead of the game. Her practical advice can be easily implemented and results are definite. If you would like to learn more about Lindsey Pollak or her book, be sure to visit www.gettingfromcollegetocareer.com.

Here are some discussed topics:

• How to begin your job hunt
  
• Improving your online presence
  
• Networking with everyone
  
• Activities that will give you an advantage over others
  
• Finding value within yourself
• Resume and Interviewing Tips
  

Do you want to have an advantage over others in your job search? Nervous about that upcoming interview? Lindsey Pollak will be talking to Real World 101 about interviewing, resume writing, and career planning. Also, we will discuss her book, Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World where she has written all of her amazing job huntng tips. Lindsey will provide you with advice you need that will make recruiters beg for you. Take this great opportunity to ask Lindsey questions about your future career, we know you have some and you can thank us later.

*** Don't pass up this wonderfull opportunity, ask those burning questions you have to our expert ***

 (Interview will take place on May 24th at 3:00PM EST)

1. Clarify your interests, skills, and goals
As a starting point in the job search, it is best to spend time identifying your interests (what do you like to do), your skills (what are you good at doing), your values (what's important to you), and your personality (what qualities you possess that complement your other skills).

2. Research and explore your options
Talking to alumni and others about what they actually do on a day-to-day basis can help you further identify your options and decide whether or not they are a good fit for you.

3. Identify and research specific prospective employers
Go to career fairs, meet people through your alumni associations at school, look online at job sites like monster.com, and realize the importance of networking.

4. Initiate contact, submit applications, and generate interviews
Polish your resume and cover letters. Contact the companies you are interested in. Request an opportunity to interview for information or to discuss job opportunities.

5. Create a notebook, keep records, and follow up
Keep copies of cover letters and resumes you submit. Maintain a contact list of all prospective employers. If someone tells you to follow up on a certain date, make note of that date and follow up.