From Flexible Work to Mentorship: Akamai’s Formula for Early Career Success with Dagny Belak

Guest: Dagny Belak, Emerging Talent Recruiter at Akamai What does it take to get noticed—and get hired—by one of America’s top workplaces for Gen Z? In this episode, Deb sits down with Dagny Belak from Akamai, the technology powerhouse behind global online security and cloud computing. Dagny shares an inside look at what makes Akamai’s culture stand out, plus the must-have skills that help early career candidates shine. What does Akamai look for when reviewing thousands of resumes from new grads?How does AI impact your job search strategy—and should you even bother with a cover letter anymore?Why are collaboration, communication, and curiosity at the top of Dagny’s wish list for new hires? Curious what sets successful applicants apart? Don’t miss these practical tips that will help you move from “just another applicant” to a top contender—especially if you’re looking to launch your tech career. Akamai: https://www.akamai.com/ Dagny Belak: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagny-belak-968a45149/ Hired, Not Fired is brought to you by TheRealMe.io --Upskill your soft skills and get hired for your potential