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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Work Awesome podcast - "The AVIAN Intern Experience." This episode provides you with an exclusive peek into the experiences of our summer interns at Avian. Listen as our interns share their candid experiences about the work culture at Avian, the exciting projects they've tackled, and the challenges they've conquered. They divulge how...

In this special episode of the Work Awesome Podcast, Kevin Switick, CEO of AVIAN, and Ken Carkhuff, Learning Director at DAU, discuss the defense industry and how to build a successful business in the sector. They cover topics such as finding and retaining talent, building a strong company culture, and becoming a trusted advisor to clients. If you're interested in the defense industry or starting...

Season 2 of the Work Awesome Podcast is a wrap! In this episode, Ian is joined by Sarah, Tara, and the newest member of AVIAN's Talent Management team, Manny. The group quickly chats about their best tips to help you find your next job and Manny has the opportunity to introduce himself to you! We'll see you in a few weeks for Season 3! Keep an eye on our social media pages for updates! The Work Aw...

In this episode of the Work Awesome Podcast, Ian, Tara, and Sarah chat about resources in your community that are here to help you in every stage of your career.   The trio chats about resources you'll find at the college level, in your entry-level job, and while you're finding your way down your career path. This episode is truly for you, no matter what stage of your career you are in! The W...

Setting goals for your career is potentially one of the most important things you can do. Goals can prove constant progression and allow you to prove to yourself that you’re attaining what you’ve set out to accomplish. Let’s face it, without setting goals, a career can be mundane or dull, and that’s something nobody wants! In this episode, Ian, Elise, and John chat about setting goals for your car...

This episode is for the creatives! Ian, Tara, and Stacey chat through exactly what to include in your portfolio during the interview process. Are you a writer, designer, videographer? This is the episode for you! The Work Awesome Podcast is powered by AVIAN. To learn more about AVIAN visit https://avian.com Want more Work Awesome content? Head over to the Work Awesome Network website!  https:...

Job security is a real thing. No one wants to see the day when your boss walks in and must let you go. In this episode, we’ll talk about big world changes that might give you some hints before getting that terrible surprise from your boss. The Work Awesome Podcast is powered by AVIAN. To learn more about AVIAN visit https://avian.com Want more Work Awesome content? Head over to the Work Awesome Ne...

When it’s time to go back to the office, work-life might be a bit different. Fan of snow days? Now we are pro teleworkers. No space to have a meeting? Take it virtual. In this episode, we’ll make some hypotheses of how a post-pandemic work-life might look. The Work Awesome Podcast is powered by AVIAN. To learn more about AVIAN visit https://avian.com Want more Work Awesome content? Head over to th...

There’s a case to be made that a stay-at-home parent is a full-time job because it is! But making the transition back to the workplace after taking care of your little ones can be a challenge. In this episode, Ian hands over his hosting duties to the experts as they chat through the challenges they faced when they made the hard decision to come back to work. The Work Awesome Podcast is powered by...

If I told you, you could own part of the company you worked for, would you believe me? Employee ownership is just that! Working for an employee-owned company has its benefits. In this episode, we’ll chat about what we’ve learned about employee ownership in the first two (three?) years of working at an employee-owned company. The Work Awesome Podcast is powered by AVIAN. To learn more about AVIAN v...

Fact: benefits are confusing. In this episode, we’ll walk through what you need to know when enrolling in your companies benefits, from 401Ks, HSAs, and even employee ownership. This is your definitive guide to company benefits.   The Work Awesome Podcast is powered by AVIAN. To learn more about AVIAN visit https://avian.com

The days of handshaking, quick chatting, in-person networking are gone for now. Building your network during a pandemic can be a challenge, but it’s not something you want to slack on, especially if you’re setting yourself up for your next career change. In this episode, we’ll discuss ways you can continue to build your network, even during a worldwide pandemic. Follow the Work Awesome Network whe...

Are we ever 100% sure what we want to do for the rest of our lives? If we’re lucky, we get to do something we love and are passionate about. But in most cases, the reality is that we just “take what we can get” so that we can pay the bills. Discovering your career path is a journey and one that you should think about strategically so that you can follow your true passions at work! In this episode,...

The path to working for a government contractor or directly for the government can be downright confusing. Loaded with acronyms, security clearances, background checks, and so, so much more, the process can be tiring and might deter you from your dream job. In this episode, we’ll lay out the secrets for getting through this process and doing work you love! Follow the Work Awesome Network where eve...

You just graduated from college or received the certification you need to enter the workforce. Now what? Where should you start? Is one job board better than another? Is your resume ready to share? Are your expectations of pay realistic? In this episode, we’ll chat about how to prepare for your first career and share a few lessons that we’ve learned along the way. Follow the Work Awesome Network w...

Have you ever wanted to know exactly what recruiters are looking for when reading resumes? Wonder no more! In this episode, Sarah and Meghan run through six resumes giving their advice on how to make them stand out! Start 2021 off right with a stunning resume sure you help you find your next career move.

Fuel for the fire. Our passion ignites our creativity and drives us to be the best that we can be. If your job isn’t igniting your passion, it might be time to look elsewhere. In this episode, we discuss how we unleash our passion in the work that we do and how you can too!

We all have that one question. The one that, no matter how much preparation, always seems to trip us up. In this episode, we reveal our most difficult questions to answer during an interview and look at a few tips to give your best answers no matter what.

We’re living in a new era. Companies are cutting office space and shifting to a work-from-home culture, for better or for worse. This episode speaks to the success we’ve found working from home in 2020. From odd hours to the coffee table desktop, we lay it all out on the line to explore the best tips for working remotely.

The web is full of eLearning resources and sometimes it can be hard to narrow down “the best”. In this episode, we discuss eLearning sites that we’ve found success on and chat about ways to level up your career through using virtual tools and platforms.

A job can be mundane. But a career that fits your passion, shows a clear path to success, and is long-lasting can be exciting! In this episode, we’ll talk about the difference between a job and a career. As well as the importance of finding a career path that gives you satisfaction.

Not all companies are made the same. Just like not all people are made the same. So why work at a company that doesn’t match up with your values? In this episode, we’ll discuss the importance of finding the right company for you and take a look at a few companies with great cultures.

What the heck is a soft skill? Better yet, what’s a hard skill? In this episode, we explore the world of soft skills and why they are extremely important to master as businesses move to a virtual first environment.

Myers-Briggs, Clifton, Kiersey, what do all these names mean? Do all self-assessments provide accurate results? In this episode, we take a look at some of the best self-assessments you can take today! We’ll discuss self-assessments that we’ve taken and how they’ve affected the way we work. We’ll also chat about the advantages of knowing your own personality.

Continuing education can be one of the most beneficial things you do. But knowing when to go back to school could be a hard decision to make. In this episode, we’ll discuss reasons for going back to school, as well as a few factors to consider before making the big decision.