Leaving The Nest

Today, in the second part of our two-part series, I'm sharing my valuable insights as a Recruiter on crafting a standout resume. In this episode, I'll guide you through the complete process of writing your resume, starting from the top and working our way down. We'll cover everything, including the essential sections to include, how to tailor your skillset to align with your target job, tips on th...

Today, I'm joined by Meg Martin , an expert in the field of human resources who has dedicated her career to helping job seekers navigate the intricate world of career development. For the past three years, she's been sharing her wealth of knowledge as an outside consultant helping craft resumes that get applicants noticed. In this two-part series, we're delving into the art and science of crafting...

Today, I am joined by Kevin Nunes . With over a decade of experience, Kevin offers valuable insights into the intricate interplay of factors that contribute to a successful career journey. Kevin shares his insights on the significance of taking chances and pursuing your passions, and the crucial role networking can play in opening doors and creating opportunities. Listen in as he shares how to lev...

Today, I am joined by Philip Wilkerson, a career advisor and host of the "Positive Philter" podcast.  Phil shares his insights and strategies on personal branding, networking, and building meaningful connections. Listen in as he shares his practical tips for networking effectively and promoting yourself in the digital space through aligning your personal brand with who you truly are and how to use...

Today, I am joined by Robert Harris , a local Talent Acquisition Specialist at Euclid Systems Corporation .    Robert shares his wealth of experience and insights into the world of career development and finding purpose in one's work.  Listen in as he shares his education and career journey and how his love for basketball has played into his leadership roles in college and his career. He discusses...

Today, I am joined by Claire Shriver , an Early Talent Recruiter with Lenovo . We delve into the world of job hunting, recruiting, and finding the perfect fit. Claire brings her expertise and insights from her experience in the field, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs faced by both job seekers and recruiters. Claire shares her personal journey of landing her current role and emphasizes...

In our last episode, we talked to John Ragano of SWBC Mortgage to discuss financing a home. Today, I am joined by Sydney Beckman, Realtor at Jennifer Mack Properties of eXp Realty , to discuss the process of finding and buying your first home.   From your buyer's consultation to finding "the one" and finally making an offer, Sydney shares the ins and outs of buying your first home. Sydney explains...

Today, I am joined by John Ragano of SWBC Mortgage to discuss the process of buying a home.   From credit management to down payments to financing options, John shares the ins and outs of buying a home and how to make informed decisions about your finances. He offers his expert insights on the current state of the housing market, the benefits of homeownership, and how to navigate the home-buying p...

Today, I am joined by Stephanie Baker , Chief Experience Officer at WAEPA . Stephanie has extensive experience in hiring entry-level professionals and mentoring individuals in their careers. In this episode, Stephanie shares her tips for recent graduates on how to stand out in the job market and what employers look for when hiring entry-level professionals. Listen in to hear Stephanie's valuable i...

Today, I am joined by my colleague, Joanie Belo. Although this episode was recorded in 2022 and has been in production for some time, I'm thrilled to share Joanie's journey with you.  In this episode, Joanie takes us through her journey from Virginia Tech to becoming an Entry-Level Recruiter at ROCS, where she now holds the title of Recruiting Manager.  She offers us a behind-the-scenes look at he...

Introducing Stuart Mease Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino, from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  As we continue to move further into the new year of 2023 and the post-pandemic era, it has become increasingly apparent that there have been significant shifts i...

New Year, New Job with Kristen Reed Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino, from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  It's a new year, the perfect time for a new job and a fresh start. But during challenging times, it can be harder than ever to stand out in a saturate...

ROCS a Year in Review: 2022 Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino, from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  Today, my guest is a colleague and a friend, Abby Atwater, a member of our recruiting team, and she's here to help me share some of the highlights of 2022 and...

College Grad Career Job Search Tips: The Power of Internships with Kyler Zampiello Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest. I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world. Today, I have Kyler Zampiello who is so energetic, bubbly, and so much fun to talk to. I'm glad you're lis...

Relationship Building with Meredith Leutbecker Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  Today, I have with me Meredith Leutbecker who is someone I met a few years ago and we've stayed in touch ever since. She also has a passion...

Career Advice from Kaleb Lewis, Director Of Career Services, George Mason University School of Business Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  It is now September 2022, so summer is behind us. I'm excited, though, because fall...

Episode 23: Bethany Brown - A ROCS Success Story!  Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  Today, I have Bethany Brown, a candidate I started working with back in 2018. When Bethany first came to ROCS for an interview, she real...

Episode 22: ROCS Alumni Success Story - Against All Odds with Caitlin Gunning Hey, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  I hope you're enjoying your summer break and doing some fun things out there. It's already the middle of July...

Episode 21: Career Coaching Spotlight with Stephanie Zimmermann, Local Entrepreneur Hey, everyone!  Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest .  I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.   Today, we are so lucky to have with us Stephanie Zimmermann who is a local business leader here in t...

Episode 20: Tips on Employee Time-Off Requests, Part Two of Two  Hey, everyone!  Welcome back to another episode of Leaving The Nest .  I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world.  This is Part 2 of the Time-Off Requests mini-series. In the first episode, we spoke primarily about when to take time of...

Episode 19: Tips on Employee Time-Off Requests, Part One of Two  It's that time again!  The birds are chirping, the ocean waves are crashing, the sun is shining, and students are graduating.  And do you know what that means?   It's time for a discussion about time-off requests!   Welcome back, listeners! Thanks for joining us for another episode of Leaving the Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pelleg...

Questions & Answers Session One  Hey there, listeners! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving the Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world. I've got to say I've missed you all!  It's been a long time since I've been able to host a solo episode.  That's a good thing, though, because I've...

Episode 17: Every Job is an Opportunity; Advice from Karen Long  To all the aspiring entrepreneurs out there, what's going through your minds as you get close to graduation? Or have you already graduated and you're waiting for that right opportunity to present itself? Hey there, listeners! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving the Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staff...

Leaving The Nest - Episode 16: Working at the FBI and in Federal Law Enforcement with Zack Lowe Have you ever wondered what it would be like working for the FBI?   Hey there, listeners! Welcome back to another episode of Leaving the Nest . I'm your host, Kathleen Pellegrino from ROCS Grad Staffing. Our mission is to help you find a job out of college and thrive in the real world. I'm so excited fo...

Leaving The Nest - Episode 15: Career Coaching Spotlight - An Overview of Human Resources with Becky Millis At ROCS Grad Staffing, we often interview a ton of great candidates who are interested in working in Human Resources but they can't seem to get their foot in the door.  My guest today is here to share what her day-to-day is like and what a job in HR actually entails. Hey there, listeners! We...