Coffee & Career Hour

Send a text Imagine navigating through a complex labyrinth, filled with hidden opportunities, treacherous pitfalls, and countless paths to success. That's precisely what job hunting feels like, right? Welcome to our comprehensive guide to finding your dream job, from leveraging job boards, professional associations, local job fairs, and creative sources. We break down the art of using online...

Send a text What if career fulfillment wasn't just the title you hold or the job you do, but a reflection of your emotions and values? Join us in this insightful episode of Coffee and Career Hour where we redefine and explore the concept of career fulfillment beyond the conventional norms. We delve into our personal journeys – the highs and lows, the moments of self-doubt and the triumphs of...

Send a text Are you ready to venture into the world of graduate school but are unsure if it's the right path for you? In our latest Coffee and Career Hour episode, we discuss exploring graduate programs and how they may align with your career goals. We offer personal insights and share how graduate school can impact your career trajectory, lifestyle, relationships, and finances.   As we navig...

Send a text What if you could unlock the secrets to successfully applying to graduate school? Get ready as we take you through our journey and share experiences navigating the world of higher education. From considering reasons for attending graduate school to mastering the application process, we share our trials, tribulations, and victories to guide your decision-making process. We understand th...

Send a text How do you navigate the whirlpool that is the hiring process while presenting your best self? Join us as we guide you through career mysteries, from initial reviews to the high-stake final round interviews. You'll gain insight of what happens behind the scenes after applying to a job. We discuss the challenges of decision-making and the various factors that come into play when sel...

Send a text Ready to harness the power of LinkedIn? We promise to transform your job searching and networking strategies, guiding you to unlock LinkedIn's full potential. Today, we're taking a deep dive into the LinkedIn job board, showing you how to master the art of keyword search and filters to nab your dream role - whether it's remote work, a job in your favorite city, or someth...

Send a text In this informative episode, we reveal all the tips and tricks to create a LinkedIn profile that stands out from the crowd. From nailing the perfect headshot to crafting a headline that captures your unique skills and experience, we walk you through every step of the process. We even delve into the 'open to work' feature and discuss how it can effectively signal your availabi...

Send a text Ever wondered how personal branding can impact your career and how to make it work for you? Join us, your local career counselors, as we dive into the fascinating world of personal branding. In this episode, we explore how it's more than just your appearance, but rather the energy you bring to your work and how others perceive you. Your personal brand is highlighted through your d...

Send a text In this episode, we dive deep into using ChatGPT in the career development process. Discover the potential impact of using this controversial technology when building your resume and cover letter. We share personal experiences and insights from our audience on the use of ChatGPT in resume and cover letter creation, discussing the importance of using AI tools as a resource rather than r...

Send a text Have you ever found yourself stuck and frustrated during the job search process? If so, you’re not alone! Job seeking is a full-time job and a process of self-evaluation, personal branding, and networking. This can be emotionally draining and overwhelming. Join us to hear two career counselors’ perspectives on how to   engage in a thoughtful job search process. We share our insights an...

Send a text In this hearty episode, we talk about wellbeing and self-care in the workplace. Work is a huge part of our lives and our work environment can have significant impacts on our health and wellbeing. We dive deep into a conversation of obstacles we face at work that can get in the way of our wellbeing and offer our tips and experiences to help you navigate through these challenging situati...

Send a text Your work is a reflection of you! Join us in this deep discussion about the importance of self-understanding - the impact of generational trauma & our self-image + how they manifest into our life and career. We explore the impact of therapy on our own development and how we navigate internal/external factors that constantly feed into our self-image. To be our authentic and fulfille...

Send a text Join us in this heart-to-heart conversation about leadership and what it means to us. We’ve all heard about the importance of leadership, but we’re never truly taught what it takes to be a true leader. In this episode, we talk about how we’ve discovered the meaning of leadership and whether society has fostered that in us. We also explore the characteristics of a leader and how it can...

Send a text “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Theodore Roosevelt  Comparing ourselves to one another is a natural human tendency. The rise of social media has heightened this natural tendency of comparison to an unhealthy level. We can all attest to the fact that comparing ourselves to others takes a toll on our mental health. In this episode, we have a raw and authentic conversation about how we...

Send a text Have you been setting goals and not seeing the results you want? Goal-setting can be an emotional and unique process. Hear our perspectives and approach when constructing goals and habits that are aligned with our identities. Listen in to hear how your identities play an important role when setting and achieving your goals. In this episode, we discuss tips and resources to help you in...

Send a text Join us for an authentic conversation about how we manage our anxieties in our careers. Anxiety can manifest in various aspects of our lives and take a toll on our energy/how we show up in the world. We chat about times when we’ve experienced anxiety and how we’ve managed it as well as what career success has meant for us growing up. As new professionals, we share guidance on how to na...

Send a text What does the voice inside your head tell you? If you feel like you are not enough or have moments of self-doubt know that you are not alone. Imposter Syndrome can be defeating. From students to professionals we still encounter moments of self-doubt, fear, and failure. Listen to this episode to hear our stories and how we navigate and defeat the limiting beliefs in our heads.  Connect...

Send a text Welcome back! Its is a new year, new podcast! We are excited to announce that Coffee and Career Hour is now being joined by Maria Jose (MJ), my career counselor colleague and friend. Join us on a deep dive discusison about career fulfillment and authenticity. How do you show up in you career and life?  CareeRise: www.careerrise.org CareerConfidence: www.careerconfidence.online Follow U...

Send a text In this episode, I discuss the number one problem people face when making a career decision. From all my experience as a career counselor and academic advisor, I've noticed a pattern in the issues that people face when making this big decision. How do you make a career decision without knowing yourself? Ask yourself these questions to help you get to the root of it.  Follow my wor...

Send a text There is one common theme among college graduates as they transition to post-graduation endeavors - the uncertainty of what's next. In this episode, I share the patterns of uncertainty that I'm seeing in college graduates and discuss why it's okay to not know. You don't have to have it all figured out! Other topics in the episode include: - presentation skills - per...

Send a text Finding your WHY! Learn how to find your WHY and articulate your purpose CareeRise: www.careerrise.org CareerConfidence: www.careerconfidence.online Follow Us on IG! @ careerise_ @ careerconfidentlatina Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-jos%C3%A9-hidalgo-flores/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/akulikyan/

Send a text In this episode, I talk about imposter syndrome and how it can shape our experiences. Learn about ways you can recognize imposter syndrome, questions to ask yourself for reflection, and how to own it so it doesn't take power over you. If you like this episode, be sure to rate and review in Apple Podcast. If you have any questions, ask away in the comments section and I will be hap...

Send a text Are you operating from your limiting beliefs? Do your limiting beliefs drive your decisions and prevent you from growing personally and professionally? We all have limiting beliefs, but the trick is to recognize them, become aware, and work through them so that you can reach your soul's purpose and show up authentically in the world. In this episode, I dive deep into limiting beli...

Send a text CareeRise: www.careerrise.org CareerConfidence: www.careerconfidence.online Follow Us on IG! @ careerise_ @ careerconfidentlatina Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-jos%C3%A9-hidalgo-flores/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/akulikyan/

Send a text Happy to talk about a psychological concept, self-efficacy, and how it relates to career decision-making. In this, I dive deeper into self-efficacy & our beliefs about our abilities and how it can impact our career decisions, confidence, behaviors, and motivation. CareeRise: www.careerrise.org CareerConfidence: www.careerconfidence.online Follow Us on IG! @ careerise_ @ careerconfi...