Babson College Grad CCD Podcast

In this episode, Erica DeBiase of Babson College sits down with Jeremy Schifeling, best-selling author and leading expert on LinkedIn, AI, and the future of career search. Jeremy shares insider tips on the risks and rewards of using AI for job search, how to leverage AI tools to stand out in a competitive job market, and build a strategy that accelerates your career growth.  If you’re serious about landing your next big opportunity, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 

In this episode, Erica DeBiase sits down with Connie Armento, Manager of Organizational Learning and Development at Babson College, to explore how identifying and leveraging your strengths can give you a competitive edge in today’s job market. They discuss practical strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome, positioning yourself as a standout candidate, and using AI tools to boost productivity, profitability, and job satisfaction. Whether you're job hunting or looking to grow in your current role, this conversation offers valuable insights to help you thrive!Resource Links:https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/254033/strengthsfinder.aspxhttps://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/253715/34-cliftonstrengths-themes.aspx

Join host Erica DeBiase as she chats with Drin Govori, current MBA student and founder of the Intrapreneurship Initiative at Babson College F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, and Fabian Schmidt, 2023 alum and global entrepreneur-in-residence, about what it really means to be an intrapreneur. They explore how to spark change within organizations, overcome internal roadblocks, and build a mindset for innovation, no matter your title. Perfect for grad students and early-career professionals ready to lead from within.

Dan Beaudry’s book Power Ties can be purchased on Amazon. Dan is the former head of campus recruiting at Monster.com, and the former Associate Director of Corporate Recruiting at the Boston University School of Management.  "Power Ties" has been presented to thousands of international students from over 70 universities and business schools across country, and broadly endorsed by career counselors. This practical and comprehensive guide will surprise and empower you.  This episode is hosted by Erica DeBiase, Associate Director at the Graduate Center for Career Development. Resources  Power Ties: The International Student's Guide to Finding a Job in the United States  Webex Link to episode: https://babson.webex.com/recordingservice/sites/babson/recording/4d9bb0c5af14103cae3b0050568188a3/playback  

Lisa Halpert Mesicek, Babson MBA alum, and Chief Experience Officer and Executive Coach at Northwestern Mutual speaks with Lily Awad from the Graduate School at Babson College on Managing People. Lisa talks about learning and adjusting, getting to know your team members well enough to provide individualized support, honest communication, making connections, and much more. Whether you are currently a manager or an aspiring one, tune in for some inspiration and wisdom!  This episode is hosted by Lily Awad. Resources  Lisa H. Mesicek Coaching & Consulting: https://www.lisahmesicek.com/    

What does a Chief of Staff do and why could that be an interesting career opportunity for you?   In this episode, Melissa Castro, Babson MBA 2019 alum, Chief of Staff at Graffito SP, a Boston-based retail real estate advisory and investment firm, unveils the mystery of this often-overlooked business role. She shares with us how she found her true professional passion and turned her career into a more community-focused environment.  Her perspective as a woman of color on DEI topics and learnings on how to forge a career in corporate America are truly insightful and valuable for current students and alumni.   This episode is hosted by Susanne Schneider-Kivelitz, Associate Director at the Graduate Center for Career Development. Resources:   National Black MBA Association  Prospanica  Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT)  Seizing Every Opportunity (SEO)  Jopwell  HACE Hispanic Alliance for Career Advancement  ALPFA Association of Latino Professionals For America  List of Black Professional Associations & Organizations - JobStars USA  Jobs for Black Leaders (jobsforhumanity.com)  African American Job Boards - Black Job Boards - Diversity Jobs  Indigenous Job Boards - Diversity Jobs - Diversity Jobs  Latinx & Hispanic Job Boards - Diversity Jobs - Diversity Jobs  The Conferences for Women    Women Lead Festival  Women in Tech SEO 

Ever wondered why some people get invited to an interview and others don’t? Or what tips the scales in favor of those who receive offers and others who don’t? Then this episode is for you.  Brain Dardy, Sr. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Recruiting Program Manager at Mathworks will pull back the curtain on the inside world of recruiting, addressing key topics such as, Critical do’s and don’ts of successful job hunters, How to leverage tools like LinkedIn, HireVue and Generative AI and Hiring trends for the 2023/2024 year.  This is part two of a two part episode.

Ever wondered why some people get invited to an interview and others don’t? Or what tips the scales in favor of those who receive offers and others who don’t? Then this episode is for you.  Brian Dardy, Sr. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Recruiting Program Manager at Mathworks will pull back the curtain on the inside world of recruiting, addressing key topics such as, Critical do’s and don’ts of successful job hunters, How to leverage tools like LinkedIn, HireVue and Generative AI and Hiring trends for the 2023/2024 year.  This episode is hosted by Jay Robie, Sr. Associate Director for Grad CCD at Babson College.

Marc Cosentino, CEO of Casequestions.com and author of “Case in Point”, joins Erica DeBiase, Associate Director of Graduate Student Advising, to discuss the case interview and what a candidate can do to prepare when an interviewer is looking for solutions to a real-world scenario. For three decades, Marc has been the voice of case interview prep worldwide. He has advised and coached over 100,000 students and has written 5 books on the topic of case interviewing and consulting. His book, “Case in Point”, has been the best-selling case interview focused book for 20 years, and was referred to by Wall Street Journal as the MBA bible. Hear from the case interview guru himself on how to prepare!  This episode is hosted by Erica DeBiase. Resources:   Marc Cosentino - Case in Point  Management Consulted (Babson Resource) 

Dominique Miles, MBA, ‘24 is a current MBA student and Private Equity Analyst at Babson College. She has lived, worked and studied in Europe, Africa and The Middle East. She is fluent in French having studied in France and at Middlebury College.   Dominique began her professional career as a recruiter and has enjoyed the past 10 years of working with international institutions to place talent in new positions which support development and growth. In addition to her work in international development Dominique ran a small business which provided notary services for loan closings in DC, Maryland and Virginia. She managed a team of 5 notaries and was honored by the Alexandria SBA as a 40 under 40 leader.      Dominique chose to pursue business school at Babson as a committed entrepreneur to expand her knowledge base and pivot into finance. She will join Goldman Sachs as a Private Wealth Management Associate upon completing her MBA. Her role at Goldman supports her belief and commitment to deploying capital in ways which make the world a better place. She currently works as an Analyst with the Private Equity Committee managing Babson's endowment and has enjoyed the opportunity to evaluate and craft thoughtful analysis of the school's investment portfolio.  This episode is hosted by Jessica Chance. Resources:  Book: Meditations by Marcus Arelius, Philosopher  Gratitude Journals  How Can I Find My Why? With Simon Sinek 

What do start ups, the role of business development, and angel investing all share in common? Phillip Lachman, MBA alum, unpacks this for us as he shares what it takes to survive in an ambiguous start up environment, why business development is essential for any organization (and how to do it effectively) and how to become an angel investor. You don’t want to miss this episode packed with insightful tips, interesting examples, and plenty of resources.   This episode is hosted by Lily Awad. Resources:  Walnut Ventures: https://www.walnutventures.com/  Cambridge Innovation Center  Greentown Labs  MassChallenge  Startup Boston 

Shankar Das, Babson MBA '14 alum and Principal Product Manager for AI Products at Amazon, shares his expertise in the field of AI including why no industry is “AI resistant,” how AI can “supercharge our imaginations”, and why soft skills still matter. Shankar also provides insights on how to manage an AI-focused team and how to stay up to date on this fast-growing technology. No matter where you are on your AI journey: novice, intermediate, or experienced, this episode will provide some great suggestions!     This episode is hosted by⁠ Lily Awad⁠. Resources:   Embracing the Risks from Generative AI, by Shankar Das   The Future Demands Every Company to be an AI Company, by Shankar Das  Brunello Cucinelli's spiritual take on AI 

Have you considered a career in product management? If so, this episode is a must listen. Nukul Jain, MBA’20 and Senior Product Manager at amazon takes us through a week in the life of a Product Manager, what he did to land a job in product, and how he continues to learn and grow in his role. In this episode you’ll learn about the importance of “ruthless prioritization,” “organic and genuine networking,” and “transparent and succinct communication,” among other valuable tips from Nukul.  This episode is hosted by⁠ Lily Awad⁠. Resources: The Internship Hunt by Nukul Jain INSPIRED: How to Create Tech Products Customers Love by Marty Cagan

Landing a coveted role in consulting after Graduate School is not an easy road. Babson alumni Jeremy Hill (BS‘04, MBA‘20) chats with Erica DeBiase from the Graduate Center for Career Development about the path he took to get there. Jeremy is a Senior Consultant at Vantage Partners and has recently launched his own coaching practice called the Dream Job Network. He sheds light on the most exciting things about the industry, a day in the life, and what it takes to be successful. He also shares about the challenges and the “dark side” of consulting, and what you can really expect to see on the job. Hear about why he finds this field so rewarding. For those interested in pursuing a career in the field, this is a must listen! This episode is hosted by Erica DeBiase. Resources:  Marc Cosentino - Case in Point Management Consulted (Babson Resource) The Dream Job Network

The field of business analytics has grown exponentially. Strong data analytics candidates are very hard to find and many colleges in the US have caught onto this gap to offer specialized degrees in analytics including Babson’s Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA). Babson’s MSBA pedagogy combines a data scientist skillset with an entrepreneur’s mindset. In this episode Kenza Qermane (MSBA’21, MBA'20, BS '16) discusses how she combines and applies these skills to her role as a business analyst at Nasuni. Kenza shares a plethora of helpful tips for those considering a career in analytics as well as insights on how her academic experiences at Babson led up to her career today.  This episode is hosted by Lily Awad. Resources: Babson’s MSBA Program

The behavioral interview is based on the idea that past performance can predict future behavior. Behavioral interviews have been used by companies for decades as the way to assess candidate fit. In this episode Margaret Jones and Lily Awad discuss this kind of interviewing, and what to expect when given one. They will also share how best to prepare for them, and the dos and don’ts we should all be aware of. This episode is hosted by Lily Awad. Resources:  How to Win Friends & Influence People by Daniel Carnegie  Success in Interviews: How To Succeed in Any Job by Patrick McNamee  60 Seconds and You’re Hired by Robin Ryan 

At some point in our lives, there’s one story we’ve been told that really stuck with us. Whatever these stories are, they probably have something in common: the way they were told, how we related to the topic, or just how different it was from anything we’ve ever heard before. This is the power of storytelling. Crafting your story, especially when it comes to your career, can feel like a daunting task but it doesn’t have to be. Susanne Schneider- Kivelitz chats with Lily Awad around the power of storytelling and what to consider when crafting your own, memorable story. This episode is hosted by Lily Awad. Resources:   What’s Your Career Story? By Susanne Schneider-Kivelitz   How great leaders inspire action – TED Talk by Simon Sinek  The Tale of Two MBAs by Neil Bearden  Why Storytelling is a Must Have Career Skill by Robert Half