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CareerLAB the Podcast

33 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

It can be scary to express your worries and fears or ask questions about the internship, job, and career search. So on CareerLAB the Podcast, we visit different experiences in the career search.

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Episodes

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 8: Emilia Ruzicka '21, Data Journalism

April 26, 2023 22:44 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MB

We catch up with Emilia Ruzicka '21, currently a data reporter at Stacker, who shares the ins and outs of forging a path in an emerging field of work. They also share how networking has played a key role for them and what's on their horizon in the world of data visualization.

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 7: John Goncalves '13, Government

March 22, 2023 17:52 - 30 minutes - 69.7 MB

We’re excited to share our conversation with John Goncalves, class of 2013 and 2015 graduate of the MAT program. An educator and Councilman of Ward 1 in Providence, John talks about the best ways to prepare for the role of “teacher.” And his best advice for students looking for a career in public service? Get involved and take that first step towards your goal by doing something—big or small. That first step can often set you on a path of impactful work.

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 6: Azeez Adeyemi '21, Finance

February 01, 2023 08:56 - 36 minutes - 82.6 MB

Sarah catches up with Azeez Adeyemi '21, who currently works for Tradeweb in New York. Azeez reflects on making the shift from full-time student to full-time employee, and what success and progress look like outside of the Brown bubble.

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 5: Jonathan Groff '83, TV Writer and Producer

December 05, 2022 21:40 - 54 minutes - 124 MB

We chat with Jonathan Groff '83, a TV writer and producer. As a longtime supporter of BrownConnect, Jonathan has advised countless students over the years, and for that we thank him. His story shows that there is no “one way” to get to our respective destinations, and listening to yourself and doing what feels organic to you is a valuable practice as you make your way there.

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 4: Bianca Duah '16, Medical Student

February 08, 2022 22:05 - 33 minutes - 76.7 MB

Hear from alumna Bianca Duah '16 about her path from Brown to medical school at The University of Rochester School of Medicine. She tells us all about the importance of living in your season and taking your time to reach your goals in a way that is authentic to you.

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 3: Emily Adams '18, Screenwriter

December 22, 2021 02:23 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

We catch up with Emily Adams '18, a transfer student who squeezed the most out of her time at Brown, and launched her career as a screenwriter amidst the pandemic. We talk about the benefits of self-discipline, taking calculated risks, and staying true to yourself (even if that means making some tough choices along the way).

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 2: Aimee Lucido '13, Author

December 03, 2021 20:47 - 37 minutes - 86 MB

We chat with 2013 grad Aimee Lucido, a Computer Science and Literary Arts concentrator turned author. She explains how her career path zigzagged from software engineering to becoming an author, and how you can make a career out of many intersecting talents and interests.

BrownConnect Conversations | Ep 1: Andrew Gonzalez '16, Law

November 02, 2021 16:19 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MB

Join us as we chat with Andrew Gonzales, a 2016 alum and recent Harvard Law School graduate. What paths took him to his current role as a first-year associate and how has networking made the difference?

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Ep 6: Returning to Brown

January 04, 2021 18:05 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

Producer Wen Zhuang speaks to two Brown alumni, Soyoon and Julio, who have both found their career paths unexpectedly leading them back to Brown.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 6: Returning to Brown

January 04, 2021 18:05 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

Soyoon Kim '19 and Julio Reyes '12 talk about finding their career paths unexpectedly leading them back to Brown.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Ep 7: Recent Grads

January 04, 2021 18:04 - 7 minutes - 10.1 MB

Producer Wen Zhuang speaks to Julia Kirschenbaum about how she dealt with the often daunting and sometimes frustrating summer post-grad, and the expectations and realities of her first job.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 7: Recent Grads

January 04, 2021 18:04 - 7 minutes - 10.1 MB

Julia Kirschenbaum '19 talks about how she dealt with the often daunting and sometimes frustrating summer post-grad, and the expectations and realities of her first job.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 5: Careers in the Common Good

January 04, 2021 17:41 - 10 minutes - 15 MB

Ari Rubenstein '11 and Andrew Kaplan '15 talk about seeking first jobs after graduation in the non-profit and government sectors. Both felt existential uncertainties and social pressures surrounding the often stressful career search.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Ep 5: Careers in the Common Good

January 04, 2021 17:41 - 10 minutes - 15 MB

Producer Eve Grassfield speaks with two alumni, Ari and Andrew, who, in their senior years, were seeking first jobs after graduation in the non-profit and government sectors. Both felt existential uncertainties and social pressures surrounding the often stressful career search.

CareerLAB the Podcast | JobPod Episode 6

September 04, 2020 19:12 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

Claire and Hannah talk about their career paths after graduating from Brown—where they ended up and how they got there.

CareerLAB the Podcast | JobPod Episode 5

September 04, 2020 19:07 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Investing can be fun! Yanely, founder of Miss Be Helpful, explains investing simply. Learn about what you should look for in your 401K and what types of investments you can make today.

CareerLAB the Podcast | JobPod Episode 4

September 04, 2020 18:59 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Hannah graduated with almost $80,000 in student loan debts. Learn about how she managed it and how you can, too.

CareerLAB the Podcast | JobPod Episode 3

September 04, 2020 18:31 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Networking doesn't have to be stressful. Kyriana talks about how networking has benefited her career search.

CareerLAB the Podcast | JobPod Episode 1

September 02, 2020 17:57 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Do you wonder what a career in consulting is actually like? Do you want to know how to prepare for an interview? Emily Nolan and Enguerran Loos talk about consulting and the development of CaseCoach.

CareerLAB the Podcast | JobPod Episode 2

September 02, 2020 16:57 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Connecting the rising generation of smart, motivated women with the knowledge to confidently and capably run their own money.

CareerLAB the Podcast | COVID-19

May 11, 2020 19:40 - 16 minutes - 37.8 MB

Three Brown students discuss how COVID-19 is affecting their summer plans and how they learned to pivot.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Episode 1: The Intro

August 28, 2019 02:18 - 5 minutes - 6.86 MB

Welcome to Talk It Out, a CareerLAB podcast in which we investigate the big dysfunctional myths of the job and career search. In this episode, you’ll hear from seven different alums about their experience of hunting for jobs and talk about the fears and pressures they felt.    If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake here. 

Ep 1: Intro

August 28, 2019 02:18 - 5 minutes - 6.86 MB

Welcome to Talk It Out, a CareerLAB podcast in which we investigate the big dysfunctional myths of the job and career search. In this episode, you’ll hear from seven different alums about their experience of hunting for jobs and talk about the fears and pressures they felt.    If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake here. 

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 1: The Intro

August 28, 2019 02:18 - 5 minutes - 6.86 MB

Welcome to Talk It Out, a CareerLAB podcast in which we investigate the big dysfunctional myths of the job and career search. In this episode, you’ll hear from seven alumni about their experiences hunting for jobs and the fears and pressures they felt. If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here. You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake here.

Ep 4: Doing What You Love?

August 27, 2019 13:25 - 7 minutes - 2.44 MB

The idea of finding the “perfect” first job after graduation can feel pretty intimidating, especially if you aren’t sure of exactly what you want to do. In this episode, Kimberley Charles ‘16 explains how she tried out different types of work before landing on her first job, and how she continues exploring.   If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through H...

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Ep 4: Doing What You Love?

August 27, 2019 13:25 - 7 minutes - 2.44 MB

The idea of finding the “perfect” first job after graduation can feel pretty intimidating, especially if you aren’t sure of exactly what you want to do. In this episode, Kimberley Charles ‘16 explains how she tried out different types of work before landing on her first job, and how she continues exploring.   If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through H...

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 4: Doing What You Love?

August 27, 2019 13:25 - 7 minutes - 2.44 MB

The idea of finding the “perfect” first job after graduation can feel pretty intimidating, especially if you aren’t sure exactly what you want to do. In this episode, Kimberley Charles ‘16 explains how she tried out different types of work before landing on her first job, and how she continues exploring. If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here. You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake...

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 3: Alternative Networking

August 27, 2019 13:22 - 7 minutes - 2.53 MB

“Networking” can sometimes seem like a dirty word, but it doesn’t have to feel transactional or schemey. In this episode, Flo Schalliol ‘13.5 talks about getting started by using connections you already have and then reaching out to Brown alumni. If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here. You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake here.

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Ep 3: Alternative Networking

August 27, 2019 13:22 - 7 minutes - 2.53 MB

“Networking” can sometimes seem like a dirty word, but it doesn’t have to feel transactional or schemey. In this episode, we talk to Flo Schalliol ‘13.5 about getting started by using connections you already have and then reaching out to the Brown alumni.    If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake here. 

Ep 3: Alternative Networking

August 27, 2019 13:22 - 7 minutes - 2.53 MB

“Networking” can sometimes seem like a dirty word, but it doesn’t have to feel transactional or schemey. In this episode, we talk to Flo Schalliol ‘13.5 about getting started by using connections you already have and then reaching out to the Brown alumni.    If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can schedule an appointment with a CareerLAB counselor through Handshake here. 

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk It Out | Ep 2: All in the Timing

August 27, 2019 12:58 - 8 minutes - 2.83 MB

The timeline of the job and internship search can feel incredibly stressful. If you don’t have a job by the end of first semester, you can feel miles behind your classmates. In this episode, we discuss the myths surrounding that timeline with Rachel Black ‘16, and how most Brown students will find their jobs later in the year, closer to graduation. If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here. You can schedule an appointment...

Ep 2: All in the Timing

August 27, 2019 12:58 - 8 minutes - 2.83 MB

The timeline of the job and internship search can feel incredibly stressful. If you don’t have a job by the end of first semester, you can feel miles behind your classmates. On this episode of Talk It Out, we discuss the myths surrounding that timeline with Rachel Black ‘16, and how most Brown students will find their jobs later in the year, closer to graduation.   If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can sch...

CareerLAB the Podcast | Talk it Out | Ep 2: All in the Timing

August 27, 2019 12:58 - 8 minutes - 2.83 MB

The timeline of the job and internship search can feel incredibly stressful. If you don’t have a job by the end of first semester, you can feel miles behind your classmates. On this episode of Talk It Out, we discuss the myths surrounding that timeline with Rachel Black ‘16, and how most Brown students will find their jobs later in the year, closer to graduation.   If you have any questions or topics you’d like to hear in future episodes, share your thoughts with us here.  You can sch...