Have you ever felt like you don’t deserve the opportunities you’ve gotten? Do you believe you haven’t really achieved anything? Do you think you do everything wrong in the workplace? These feelings often stem from imposter syndrome. From academics to relationships to the workplace, imposter syndrome can hit hard in any environment. Tune in to this Work Like A Laker episode with Megan Riksen and Brian Bossick as they discuss what imposter syndrome is and how to work around it.

Resources:
University Counseling

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#gvsucareers #worklikealaker #imposter #syndrome #impostersyndrome #internships #workplace 

Are you an international student? Are you friends with an international student? Do you want to understand how you can better support international students? Listen to this Work Like A Laker episode hosted by Megan Riksen and Brian Bossick as they interview Abraham Eapen, Coordinator of Group Services in the GVSU University Counseling Center, and discuss career-related topics for international students.

Resources:

• Group Counseling Services
• GVSU International Students

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#gvsu#worklikealaker#coverletter#gvsucareer#international#jobsearch#internationalstudents

Are cover letters really that important? Well…the answer is YES! In some cases, cover letters influence the decision of the employer more than a resume does. Even if a cover letter isn’t required, it is recommended to turn one in. Listen to this episode as Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin discuss tips for the formatting, consistency, and content of your cover letter.

Resources:

• CareerLab
• Cover Letter Format
• Drafting a Cover Letter

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#gvsu #worklikealaker #coverletter #gvsucareers #resume #jobsearch #resources #careercenter

Join Megan Riksen and guest co-host Dani Lauer as they dive into the differences between career advising and career coaching, tailored for Grand Valley State University's alumni community. Career advisors Lisa Knapp and Lori Staggs illuminate the differences, providing insights on how alumni can leverage these resources effectively. Discover whether career advising or career coaching is the right match for you!

Resources:
GVSU Alumni Career Resources
GVSU Alumni Career Coaching Database
GVSU Alumni Career Advising vs. Career Coaching

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#worklikealaker #alumni #gvsu #careeradvising #careercoaching

Are you interested in written communication, digital and visual communication, broadcasting and journalism, and performing arts? Listen to Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin as they discuss the opportunities available for those in the Communications and the Arts career community.  Get some top-tier advice from special guest Lisa Knapp, Associate Director and career advisor for the Communications and the Arts career community, as she discusses what really goes into getting a job in creative fields. Also hear from GVSU alums, Jacob DeWeerd and Emma Hankey about their work within communication and the arts.

Resources:

• Career Center
• Communication & the Arts Career Community
• Handshake - Communications & the Arts 
• Ad & PR Careers
• Writing Careers 
• Music, Dance, and Theatre Careers
• Film & Video Careers

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#gvsu #worklikealaker #gvsucareers #communications #arts #graphicdesign #contentcreation #socialmedia #writing #career #jobsearch

Are you considering moving out of Michigan following graduation? Listen to Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin in this Work Like a Laker episode as they discuss the many ways to find opportunities outside the state. Career Connectors, Hannah and Elizabeth, are special guests on this episode who will share their perspectives on finding out-of-state work!

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#worklikealaker#gvcareers#outofstate#michigan#internship#studyabroad

Did you know 77% of employers say seeing misspelled words and improper grammar on a resume is an INSTANT deal breaker? In this episode of Work Like a Laker, listen as Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin discuss everything that should and shouldn’t be included in a resume. 

Resources:

• ResumeAI

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#resume #career #gvcareers #worklikealaker #dos #donts 

Internships can be scary and intimidating. That’s why we’ve gathered our very own Career Center Interns –also known as “Intern Row”– to give you all the details and information about the lesser-known sides of doing an internship. Hear from Tina Milosavljevic, Anna Buckman, Emily Linck, Austin Nielsen, and Parker Kuchulan as they recount their experiences working an internship. 

Resources:

• Handshake
• GVSU Career Center

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#interns #internship #takeover #careers #experience #opportunities #career #gvsu #worklikealaker #gvcareers

Are you interested in getting high quality experience through Disney’s programs for college students? Listen to this Work Like A Laker podcast episode with Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin as they talk in depth about details and logistics of working for Disney. And, get the inside scoop from special guests Cindy Brown and Audrey Hoenicke as they share their personal experiences. 

Resources:

• Disney Program Page
• Disney Internships

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#gvcareers #disney #disneycollegeprogram #disneyinternships

Is your resume feeling a little bare? In this episode of Work Like A Laker, listen to Megan Riksen and Brian Bossick discuss some ways to fill up that space. Professional associations, conferences, research, student organizations, certifications, and volunteering are examples of non-traditional experiences you can list on your resume. Hear special guest Louis Cousino discuss his research experience at GVSU and how he was able to build his resume.

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Resources:

• Resume AI
• BigInterview Resume Builder
• Career Center Resume Resources

#resumebuilders #resumes #gvsu #gvcareers #worklikealaker

Want a job like someone on Criminal Mind, CSI, or S.W.A.T.? If you’re curious about what it takes to secure an “as seen on tv” job, then listen to Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin discuss the realistic side of these trendy careers. Hear from crime scene technician and GV alumni, Mallory Kaysserian, as she goes in-depth about her experiences in the field. 

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#STEM #criminalminds #FBI #CSI #trendy #gvsu #gvcareers #worklikealaker