Get Hired: Virtual Networking
The future of communication is upon us with virtual networking that enables us to adapt to social distancing requirements while staying connected. Let's start taking full advantage of this virtual networking smorgasbord by taking action! This video offers guidelines for the biggest benefits of creating and staying current with virtual networking trends, platforms, and profiles. It's time to follow up with your connections, make new connections, and exercise the value of active online engagement from the comfort of home.
The future of communication is upon us with virtual networking that enables us to adapt to social distancing requirements while staying connected. Let's start taking full advantage of this virtual networking smorgasbord by taking action! This video offers guidelines for the biggest benefits of creating and staying current with virtual networking trends, platforms, and profiles. It's time to follow up with your connections, make new connections, and exercise the value of active online engagement from the comfort of home.
Candid Career: About Us
At Candid Career, we believe in convenient career advice through video. And we believe that the best advice comes from the people working in the field.
At Candid Career, we believe in convenient career advice through video. And we believe that the best advice comes from the people working in the field.
Bri Steves, Recording Artist, Atlantic Records
Bri is a Recording Artist signed to Atlantic Records. Based out of Philadelphia, Bri travels the country both recording vocals and performing live with artists such as Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar. When she wasn't in class, Bri spent every free moment creating music and marketing herself.
Bri is a Recording Artist signed to Atlantic Records. Based out of Philadelphia, Bri travels the country both recording vocals and performing live with artists such as Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar. When she wasn't in class, Bri spent every free moment creating music and marketing herself.
Major: Strategic Communications (Bachelor)
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
Founder and Chief Dreamer, Yogavated Athletics
Travis is the Founder and Chief Dreamer of Yogavated Athletics, a fashion company that collaborates with artists to create limited edition luxury activewear "that motivates and inspires" it's users. Travis walks us through the lifecycle of a product launch, from ideation and artist selection through sample cutting and trade shows. Find out why Travis's best advice to interested entrepreneurs (a saying he learned at Rollins) is "Fail cheap and fail fast."
Travis is the Founder and Chief Dreamer of Yogavated Athletics, a fashion company that collaborates with artists to create limited edition luxury activewear "that motivates and inspires" it's users. Travis walks us through the lifecycle of a product launch, from ideation and artist selection through sample cutting and trade shows. Find out why Travis's best advice to interested entrepreneurs (a saying he learned at Rollins) is "Fail cheap and fail fast."
Major: Social Entrepreneurship (Bachelor)
City: Orlando
State: Florida
City: Orlando
State: Florida
Staff Attorney, Prisoner Rights Project, The Legal Aid Society
Stefen is a Staff Attorney on the Prisoner Rights Project at the Legal Aid Society. Based out of New York City, Stefan represents prisoners in the organization's class action lawsuits centered around inhumane conditions in the jails. Stefen writes letters on behalf of his clients, covering topics ranging from lack of access to food and water, too much time spent in solitary confinement, and mistreatment of prisoners with physical or mental disabilities. His overall mission is to create more humane prisons that rehabilitate rather than punish. Find out how to use a law degree to help fight injustices in the corrections system.
Stefen is a Staff Attorney on the Prisoner Rights Project at the Legal Aid Society. Based out of New York City, Stefan represents prisoners in the organization's class action lawsuits centered around inhumane conditions in the jails. Stefen writes letters on behalf of his clients, covering topics ranging from lack of access to food and water, too much time spent in solitary confinement, and mistreatment of prisoners with physical or mental disabilities. His overall mission is to create more humane prisons that rehabilitate rather than punish. Find out how to use a law degree to help fight injustices in the corrections system.
Major: Political Science (Bachelor), Juris Doctor (Doctorate)
City: New York
State: New York
City: New York
State: New York
Executive Chef, RW Restaurant Group
Brian is an Executive Chef and a partner with RW Restaurant Group, a Washington DC based hospitality group with ten restaurants. Brian walks us through the demanding day-to-day of a chef, from planning menus and ordering product to supervising the line and training new cooks. Check out Brian's interview for advice on how to get started in professional cooking and tips to stand out in any kitchen!
Brian is an Executive Chef and a partner with RW Restaurant Group, a Washington DC based hospitality group with ten restaurants. Brian walks us through the demanding day-to-day of a chef, from planning menus and ordering product to supervising the line and training new cooks. Check out Brian's interview for advice on how to get started in professional cooking and tips to stand out in any kitchen!
City: Washington
State: District of Columbia
State: District of Columbia
Get Hired: Military Transition
Whether you are just beginning your journey in the military career or are about to transition to the private sector, take a moment to watch this video offering experienced advice from alumni that have successfully navigated their own military-to-civilian readiness. Start preparing yourself now for by asking yourself important questions to adapt, build skills, and demonstrate your military values to thrive in in order to utilize the parallels between military values and the necessary skills needed to personally and professionally thrive in any setting.
Whether you are just beginning your journey in the military career or are about to transition to the private sector, take a moment to watch this video offering experienced advice from alumni that have successfully navigated their own military-to-civilian readiness. Start preparing yourself now for by asking yourself important questions to adapt, build skills, and demonstrate your military values to thrive in in order to utilize the parallels between military values and the necessary skills needed to personally and professionally thrive in any setting.
Broadcast Meteorologist and Natural Disaster Preparedness Spokesperson, StormPins
Cheryl is a Broadcast Meteorologist for a television station in Norfolk, VA as well as a National Disaster Preparedness Spokesperson for StormPins, a social media service for weather and breaking news.
Cheryl is a Broadcast Meteorologist for a television station in Norfolk, VA as well as a National Disaster Preparedness Spokesperson for StormPins, a social media service for weather and breaking news.
Major: Meteorology (Bachelor)
City: Norfolk
State: Virginia
City: Norfolk
State: Virginia
Kunal Nayyar, Actor, Big Bang Theory
Kunal Nayyar is an actor best known for his role on the hit CBS show, "The Big Bang Theory". While in undergraduate school for business, Kunal had an epiphany on stage that would change his life's direction from business to acting. With an MFA in Acting from Temple University, Kunal found steady work on London stages and small television roles until 2007 when he auditioned for "Raj" on "The Big Bang Theory". Kunal sits down and shares his story, his advice to new actors, and a glimpse into what it's like going through his Twitter feed.
Kunal Nayyar is an actor best known for his role on the hit CBS show, "The Big Bang Theory". While in undergraduate school for business, Kunal had an epiphany on stage that would change his life's direction from business to acting. With an MFA in Acting from Temple University, Kunal found steady work on London stages and small television roles until 2007 when he auditioned for "Raj" on "The Big Bang Theory". Kunal sits down and shares his story, his advice to new actors, and a glimpse into what it's like going through his Twitter feed.
Major: Acting (Masters)
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
Information Technology Overview
In Part 1 of the Industry Overview for Information Technology, we will discuss the basics of what Information Technology is, some of the different career paths in IT, and what a typical career trajectory might look like for you. In Part 2 we discuss the degrees and experience required to land a job, the top skills currently needed in the industry, and the industry's growth potential and salary range, compliments of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.BLS.gov).
In Part 1 of the Industry Overview for Information Technology, we will discuss the basics of what Information Technology is, some of the different career paths in IT, and what a typical career trajectory might look like for you. In Part 2 we discuss the degrees and experience required to land a job, the top skills currently needed in the industry, and the industry's growth potential and salary range, compliments of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.BLS.gov).
Environmental Scientist, Environmental Systems Analysis, Inc.
Charlotte is an Environmental Scientist with Environmental Systems Analysis, Inc in Annapolis, Md. Charlotte plays a key role in monitoring the effect of new construction on the surrounding environment and making sure developers are meeting federal regulations. This is a great career for someone looking to merge the environment with science!
Charlotte is an Environmental Scientist with Environmental Systems Analysis, Inc in Annapolis, Md. Charlotte plays a key role in monitoring the effect of new construction on the surrounding environment and making sure developers are meeting federal regulations. This is a great career for someone looking to merge the environment with science!
Major: English (Bachelor), Economics (Bachelor)
City: Annapolis
State: Maryland
City: Annapolis
State: Maryland
Marketing Manager, Glensheen Mansion
Jane is the Marketing Manager for Glensheen, a historic mansion located in Duluth, MN. The mansion hosts events from weddings to corporate retreats and it's Jane's mission to get the word out about upcoming events and programming. Along with the classic bought marketing such as newspapers and radio, Jane devotes a large portion of her energy to building a strong social media presence for Glensheen. Find out how to break into the marketing industry as well as how to ace your next phone interview!
Jane is the Marketing Manager for Glensheen, a historic mansion located in Duluth, MN. The mansion hosts events from weddings to corporate retreats and it's Jane's mission to get the word out about upcoming events and programming. Along with the classic bought marketing such as newspapers and radio, Jane devotes a large portion of her energy to building a strong social media presence for Glensheen. Find out how to break into the marketing industry as well as how to ace your next phone interview!
Major: Psychology (Bachelor), Communication (Bachelor)
City: Duluth
State: Minnesota
City: Duluth
State: Minnesota
The Biggest Interview Mistakes
So you've just landed an interview with the company of your dreams. Congratulations! Your months of tireless networking, resume writing (and re-writing), and practice interviews have finally paid off. All that's left is to make a great impression on your future employer and to avoid making any major mistakes. Like bring a giant mocha frappuccino. Or your bestie.
So you've just landed an interview with the company of your dreams. Congratulations! Your months of tireless networking, resume writing (and re-writing), and practice interviews have finally paid off. All that's left is to make a great impression on your future employer and to avoid making any major mistakes. Like bring a giant mocha frappuccino. Or your bestie.
Gwendolyn Vance, Nurse Specialist, Temple University Hospital
Gwendolyn is a Pulmonary Nurse Specialist and Lung Transplant Coordinator at Temple University Hospital. She explains the process for diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases as well as the operating criteria for late-stage lung transplants. A challenging yet incredibly rewarding career!
Gwendolyn is a Pulmonary Nurse Specialist and Lung Transplant Coordinator at Temple University Hospital. She explains the process for diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases as well as the operating criteria for late-stage lung transplants. A challenging yet incredibly rewarding career!
Major: Nursing (Bachelor)
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
Dental Hygienist
Katie is a Dental Hygienist located in Washington, DC. With a degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Pittsburgh, Katie sees around ten or eleven patients on a typical shift for routine cleaning and preliminary examination. Katie explains the prep work behind the scenes, her interactions with the dentist, and how she's able to calm down a nervous patient!
Katie is a Dental Hygienist located in Washington, DC. With a degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Pittsburgh, Katie sees around ten or eleven patients on a typical shift for routine cleaning and preliminary examination. Katie explains the prep work behind the scenes, her interactions with the dentist, and how she's able to calm down a nervous patient!
City: Washington
State: District of Columbia
State: District of Columbia
Director of Corporate Strategy, Showtime Network
John is the Director of Corporate Strategy and Analysis for Showtime Network. His team monitors the television landscape from a development standpoint to help Showtime Network decide how to best proceed with new productions and marketing.
John is the Director of Corporate Strategy and Analysis for Showtime Network. His team monitors the television landscape from a development standpoint to help Showtime Network decide how to best proceed with new productions and marketing.
Major: Business Management (Bachelor)
City: New York
State: New York
City: New York
State: New York
Senior IT Security Consultant, Cyber Risk Professionals
Timothy is the Senior IT Security Consultant and President of Cyber Risk Professionals, a Washington, DC based security firm. Dealing with any company from government agencies to doctors and churches, Timothy and his company handle pre-emptive and after-the-fact security, meeting with clients to assess how they use their computer systems and how vulnerable they are to cyber threats.
Timothy is the Senior IT Security Consultant and President of Cyber Risk Professionals, a Washington, DC based security firm. Dealing with any company from government agencies to doctors and churches, Timothy and his company handle pre-emptive and after-the-fact security, meeting with clients to assess how they use their computer systems and how vulnerable they are to cyber threats.
Major: Information Science and Systems (Bachelor)
City: Washington
State: District of Columbia
City: Washington
State: District of Columbia
Human Performance Lab Coordinator, National Training Center
Karl is the Human Performance Lab Coordinator at the National Training Center in Orlando, Florida. Working with a wide range of clients from weekend-warrior amateurs to triathletes and olympians. Asides from crafting training plans and overseeing sessions, Karl also does extensive work with the community, giving talks and presentations on physiology, nutrition, and overall health.
Karl is the Human Performance Lab Coordinator at the National Training Center in Orlando, Florida. Working with a wide range of clients from weekend-warrior amateurs to triathletes and olympians. Asides from crafting training plans and overseeing sessions, Karl also does extensive work with the community, giving talks and presentations on physiology, nutrition, and overall health.
Major: Anthropology (Bachelor), Exercise Physiology (Masters)
City: Orlando
State: Florida
City: Orlando
State: Florida
Second Round Interviews: Part 1
Have you ever arrived home from a job interview feeling like you just cleared a major hurdle only to find out that the company would like you to come back in for another interview? Although daunting, this is a sign the company was impressed by you and can envision you as part of their team! In the first part of our two part series, we give you a clear picture of what to expect when you walk into a second round interview along with how you can start preparing now!
Have you ever arrived home from a job interview feeling like you just cleared a major hurdle only to find out that the company would like you to come back in for another interview? Although daunting, this is a sign the company was impressed by you and can envision you as part of their team! In the first part of our two part series, we give you a clear picture of what to expect when you walk into a second round interview along with how you can start preparing now!
Zookeeper, Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Kara is a Zookeeper with the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens. With a degree in Marine Biology and extensive internship experience with animal care, Kara landed her job at the zoo by leveraging both that experience and her networks. She is now responsible for looking after the small mammals department and is the primary caretaker for monkeys, sloths, and porcupines. Kara walks us through a typical shift, from morning inspections and cleaning to feeding and training. She also stresses the importance of education in zookeeping; showing visitors that a zoo's function isn't just for the wellbeing of the on-site animals, but to help protect their partner animals in the wild.
Kara is a Zookeeper with the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens. With a degree in Marine Biology and extensive internship experience with animal care, Kara landed her job at the zoo by leveraging both that experience and her networks. She is now responsible for looking after the small mammals department and is the primary caretaker for monkeys, sloths, and porcupines. Kara walks us through a typical shift, from morning inspections and cleaning to feeding and training. She also stresses the importance of education in zookeeping; showing visitors that a zoo's function isn't just for the wellbeing of the on-site animals, but to help protect their partner animals in the wild.
Major: Marine Biology (Bachelor)
City: Orlando
State: Florida
City: Orlando
State: Florida
Behavior Analyst, Nemours Children's Health System
Aaron is a behavior analyst with the Nemours Children's Health System. Based out of Orlando, Aaron works with autistic children ages two through six on pinpointing developmental roadblocks and creating a strategy to overcome them.
Aaron is a behavior analyst with the Nemours Children's Health System. Based out of Orlando, Aaron works with autistic children ages two through six on pinpointing developmental roadblocks and creating a strategy to overcome them.
Major: Psychology (Bachelor), Applied Behavior Analysis (Masters)
City: Orlando
State: Florida
City: Orlando
State: Florida
Clinical Research Coordinator, Children's National Medical System
Jibreel is a Clinical Research Coordinator and Asthma Educator at Children's National Medical System in Silver Spring, MD. Throughout the week Jibreel's position has him working in a few different roles, from leading the clinic's asthma education staff and working on federal grant projects to jumping in himself and educating families on both the diagnosis and treatment of the lung disease. Find out what it takes to land the rewarding job of educating and comforting thousands of families!
Jibreel is a Clinical Research Coordinator and Asthma Educator at Children's National Medical System in Silver Spring, MD. Throughout the week Jibreel's position has him working in a few different roles, from leading the clinic's asthma education staff and working on federal grant projects to jumping in himself and educating families on both the diagnosis and treatment of the lung disease. Find out what it takes to land the rewarding job of educating and comforting thousands of families!
Major: Biobehavioral Health (Bachelor)
City: Silver Spring
State: Maryland
City: Silver Spring
State: Maryland
Forensic DNA Examiner, FBI
Brandon is a Forensic DNA Examiner with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Working out of Arlington, VA, Brandon is tasked with examining the DNA evidence from cases ranging from counter-terrorism to murders and missing persons. After selecting the relevant evidence for testing, Brandon then decides which evidence will be used in trial cases.
Brandon is a Forensic DNA Examiner with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Working out of Arlington, VA, Brandon is tasked with examining the DNA evidence from cases ranging from counter-terrorism to murders and missing persons. After selecting the relevant evidence for testing, Brandon then decides which evidence will be used in trial cases.
Major: Science (Bachelor), Forensic Science (Masters)
City: Arlington
State: Virginia
City: Arlington
State: Virginia
Musician and Owner, Cove City Sound Studios
Richie Cannata is a renowned multi-instrumentalist and owner of Cove City Sound Studios, a recording studio outside of New York City that has recorded the biggest acts in the world. Most famous for his role as saxophonist in Billy Joel's band, Richie now runs the daily operations at the studio. Whether setting up the recording room, composing horn parts, or laying down a saxophone track, Richie works non-stop to ensure only the best music leaves his studio.
Richie Cannata is a renowned multi-instrumentalist and owner of Cove City Sound Studios, a recording studio outside of New York City that has recorded the biggest acts in the world. Most famous for his role as saxophonist in Billy Joel's band, Richie now runs the daily operations at the studio. Whether setting up the recording room, composing horn parts, or laying down a saxophone track, Richie works non-stop to ensure only the best music leaves his studio.
City: Glen Cove
State: New York
State: New York