Ep. 33 Crushing Your First Job Using Emotional Intelligence with DJ Lee

Guest: DJ Lee, Senior Assistant Director, Bentley University Multicultural Center Ever wondered what employers really mean when they talk about “emotional intelligence”? In this episode, TheRealMe’s Dr. Deb Samuels-Peretz sits down with DJ Lee, Senior Assistant Director at Bentley University’s Multicultural Center—to unpack the must-have soft skill every Gen Z candidate needs as they enter the professional world. From decoding the hidden rules of workplace communication to surviving awkward feedback sessions, DJ brings an inside look at how students can mentally prep for their internship and job search and highlights the most common pitfalls (and opportunities) new grads face around emotional intelligence. You’ll hear insights on why being comfortable with feeling uncomfortable can be your secret weapon, plus practical tips for reading tone, accepting feedback, and showing up confidently, even when you’re not sure you belong. If you’re getting ready for your first internship or full-time job, don’t miss these actionable takeaways to help you go from hired…to thriving. DJ Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djl01/ Hired, Not Fired is brought to you by TheRealMe.io The soft skills-first hiring solution that takes early career applicants from candidate to rockstar employee