Post Grad Cheat Sheet

Season 2 Episode 3: PROfessionalism - This week Frida Sternbach joins us for an episode all about professionalism. Dr. Scott and Frida discuss what professionalism means, how it can break down and where to go or who to go to for help when you need it. Tune in and hear some of Frida's examples of lack of professionalism and a great work experience she has had!

Welcome our two new co-hosts, Basia and Ananya! In this episode we discuss: ways to rehearse your “why I am great” pitch, when to use the pitch, how to use the pitch and the line between boasting and being your own cheerleader. You will also learn what to include and a few samples! Edited by: Ananya Dutta

Season 2, Episode 1: Body Language Basics - In this episode, we learn about how to work on your resting face and resting body language. Ashley discusses with Dr. Scott what her body language says and we discuss what are "nod-worthy moments."

Season 1 Episode 10: Careers: Following Up - In this episode we discuss how to follow up after a meeting or an interview. Ashley announces she has never done a blind interview. We discuss informational meetings/interviews and shadowing. Join us in this episode to learn more!

Season 1 Episode 9: Professionalism: Keeping Your Personal Life PRIVATE - In this episode, we discuss how to express yourself at work when something impacts you on a personal level. We talk through how to be vulnerable and what is too much to share with your colleagues. Learn from the questions that Ashley asks and the stories that Dr. Scott shares.

Season 1 Episode 8: Life Lessons: Conflicts & Coping - In this episode we demonstrate the Pause - Breathe - Choose method of coping with conflicts. We give examples of "I" statements and the Request Method and talk about Grudges. All of our references are from The Power of YOUR People Skills book by Cal Sutliff. Learn more about the book on our website: https://word.emerson.edu/lifes...

Season 1 Episode 7: Professionalism: Office Communications - In this episode, we discuss everything from emails with salutations and closings to texting with co-workers and how to be careful using your work-issued phone and computer. Find out one of Ashley's long-time goals!

Season 1 Episode 6 - Professionalism: Stress is REAL This episode covers how to balance the demands and expectations of work and how stress plays a role in this. We discuss understanding how stress impacts quality of work, when stress gets overwhelming and how to know your own stressors. We also talk about how to communicate needing a break and taking care of your mental health. As a bonus, we hel...

Hear the second half the conversation as Dr. Scott and Ashley talk about: what to do you when someone wants your job (a job thief), what to do when you feel you are on the defensive, determine if someone is sabotaging your work or job and if there is there a work-place conspiracy? Plus hear a few fun anecdotes along the way. Hear another fun story and learn what happens with Ty.

Season 1, Episode 4: Life Lessons: Job Thieves (Part 1) - In this episode, we talk about what to do when someone wants your position (a job thief). We share fun examples and the story of Tye, who believes someone is out to get their job! We also discuss self sabotage, work-place conspiracies and more.

Post Grad Cheat Sheet Season 1 Episode 3: Career Paths: Resumes, Cover Letters & Getting Started In this episode, we discuss your starting salary, how to look for a company that is a great fit, plus how to build the ideal resume and write a winning cover letter and finish with how often you should update your materials and what to add.

Season 1 Episode 2: Office Relationships: “Friends with Colleagues” - In this episode, we discuss how to navigate happy hour (or cocktails with colleagues) and the separation between work and weekends. We also tackle how to draw the lines with colleagues and other "relationships."

Episode 1: Career Paths: “Network, Network, Network - Don’t Stalk” - In this episode, we discuss how to make meaningful connections, how to stay connected 365 days and the line between networker and stalker. We also delve into why words matter and that not everyone is here JUST to help YOU.

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