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Hey, MC2C family, Daniel here!  There are still so many people struggling to obtain a job in this COVID-19 economy. So, today, I’m coming at you with a classic: An episode I recorded almost a year ago, but still continues to be relevant today. In this episode, I invited industry professional Eugene Hayden to share more tips on how to build genuine relationships with hiring managers and how to use the Prometheus lab database and other resources to secure a position in this climate.  Since the beginning of the pandemic, Eugene’s database has been used by almost half 1 million individuals looking for work. Tune in to learn more about résumé tips, tricks, and hacks, crafting a perfect résumé, and how to apply for positions during this post-pandemic era! You won’t want to miss this! And, don’t forget to head on over to Eugene’s LinkedIn to check out his résumé cheat sheets! Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, MC2C family, Daniel here!  The decision every recent college graduate fears: You receive an offer from a company, but you’re waiting to hear back from a company you would rather work at.  This single decision is the beginning of the rest of you life. So, what do you do? In this week’s episode, I offer a few tips to make the decision easier, whether it’s how to ask for more time to decided or what companies are more or less likely to give you time.  Keep listening if you need help deciding what to do! Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, MC2C family, Daniel here!  This week I sat down and talked about how to properly prepare for a last minute interview. Employers work on their own schedule. While some space out the interview process, others ask you to come in the very next day. There are many people that have lost their dream jobs because of a poorly prepared, last minute interview. So, following the steps I talk about in this episode can lead to the beginning of your future! Tune in if you want to know how to master that last minute interview! Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hello, MC2C family! In the past couple of years, talk about diversity recruiting and how companies can build a team that mimics the communities that they serve is increasing. As I continue to immerse myself in this subject matter, I have come to the conclusion that there are two main reasons there is not enough diversity in top companies.  One of those reasons is that diverse candidates don’t know how to get the right visibility from these top companies. On the other hand, top companies don’t know how to find the right diverse candidates.  Closing these bridges is the challenge that we have.  Well, I have found an amazing company that is doing this very well. Canvas! They are on a mission to help the future look like you!  To talk about this amazing FREE platform for candidates, I interviewed my good friend and VP of Marketing Maya Grossman on my podcast.  We spoke more about this problem and gave advice on how you, as a diverse candidate, can use Canvas to gain visibility. Make sure you check out this episode of the podcast and visit Canvas and Maya’s official website! Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240 and email me at daniel@masteringcollegetocareer.com! Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, MC2C family, Daniel here!  In this week’s episode, I’ll be discussing the answers to three questions that are important to know if you want to show a company that you stand out as an intern and are worthy of a permanent spot on the team: Understand why companies do internships  How to convert an internship into a full-time job Learn how networking plays a part in the internship Listen up if you want to learn more about how you can master your internship! Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, MC2C family, Daniel here! I’m coming at you with a solo episode today. In this episode, we will get into the mindset of a recruiter to understand these three key points: Why companies have interviews The one question you need to answer to obtain a job How to get instant feedback Stay tuned to learn how you can master an interview and get you your dream job! Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hey MC2C family! This week, I’m bringing back a fan-favorite series!  On this week’s #MenteeSuccessStory, I talked to Maria Castro about how she was able to get a job at Disney after being in the Mastering College to Career Academy for less than a month. And, not only will you learn about her amazing story, you will learn how networking is important and is the key to getting noticed.  Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

You think getting a job is hard? Try getting a job as an international student.  Not only is the legal process complicated to understand, but it is also difficult to navigate. Based on my experience, international students apply to 10 times as more jobs than traditional students. Yet, you spent more than half of your time applying for the wrong companies.  Did you know that only around 33% of all companies actually sponsor? Most international students don’t take the time to find this out before they apply, causing them to waste their time.  Before you fill out the next application, ask yourself the following questions: Has the company you are applying for sponsored someone before?  If yes, have they sponsored someone for the role you are applying for?  This is just one of the topics Robert Bouchard, the H1B Guy, and I spoke about in today’s episode of the MC2C Podcast.  Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240.

Hey MC2C Family! Today, I’ve invited one of our own to talk about her experience with the program and how she got an internship with Amazon. In this episode, Michelle Prudent and I talk about patience, dealing with rejection, and the importance of direction, and how understanding and overcoming these setbacks can lead you to an amazing opportunity.   Have questions about your career? Well, we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Edited by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, MC2C family! Have you ever wondered how your line of thinking affects your life? I’ve invited Gilbert Eijkelenboom, author of People Skills for Analytical Thinkers, to talk about how to help analytical people build people skills, from knowing how to ask questions to understanding how having people skills can get you noticed by recruiters. Check out the full episode if you want to learn more about this topic, and don’t forget to visit Gilbert’s website! Have questions about your career? Well we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Edited by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, MC2C family! I’ve got a special one for you today. I invited our very own Chris Estrella to talk about his time in the program and as an intern for Mastering College to Career! Tune to hear his story from when we met to where he’s at now! Have questions about your career? Well we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Edited by: Olivia Wabski

The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced us to many things we never knew were possible, such as TikTok or toilet paper shortages. One thing we were not expecting was the increase in remote work, or working from home.  Is this the future of employment? I’ve invited travel and remote work expert Mike Swigunski to talk about working from home and building your career while traveling the world.  Mike brings his personal experiences living in countries throughout the world, such as Georgia and Colombia, all while building a successful career for himself.  Tune in if you’ve ever thought that remote work in your favorite place on Earth is something for you! Don’t forget to visit Mike’s website if you have any questions or if you want to look for your own remote job! Have questions about your career? Well we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Edited by: Olivia Wabski

“I just got a new job, and I’m a little overwhelmed, what can I expect? I’m a recent college graduate, how do I start networking?” These questions are perfect for this week’s all-star panelists. Hey, MC2C family! Joining me today for the 200th episode of the podcast are three incredible panelists I’ve met within the past year through networking on LinkedIn.  Austin Belcak, the standard for career advice, joins us and brings his own personal experiences as a voice of reason in the career development area. Maya Grossman, a marketing expert with a passion for career development, wants to show people how to make the most of themselves. Emily Melious, my go-to person when I need clarity in my career, helps people create purpose in their careers and accomplish their goals. Austin, Maya, Emily, and I all come together to give advice on how you can start networking, whether you just recently graduated, recently got a job, or just want to broaden your horizons. Tune in for tips on how you can be confident in yourself while networking and furthering your career! Have questions about your career? Well we are here to help! Text me if you have any questions at +1 (321) 221-5240. Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Raise your hand if you don't know the answer to these questions: Do you know your credit score? Do you know what the 50, 30, 20 rule is? Do you know what a 401k is? If you fall in this category of college students that don’t know the answers, don’t be alarmed. Many college students know nothing about financial literacy because it’s not taught to the general public.  So, I invited expert financial educator Angel Radcliffe to talk about basic budgeting topics all college students should know, such as the aforementioned credit score and 50, 30, 20 rule. In this episode, Angel and I discuss financial literacy regarding student loans, credit cards, bank loans, and rent and provide basic financial tips to help you save money. So, tune in if you raised your hand for any of these questions because this episode is for you! And, don’t forget to visit Angel’s website and podcast! Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/ internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

Hey, Daniel here! I talk about what mentees accomplish with Mastering College to Career all the time, but now, it’s time for them to talk! During this week’s #MenteeSuccessStory, I’ve invited four Mastering College to Career alumni to speak on a panel to current students. Silvana Bastante, Adrian Alvarez, Jordan Alford, and Trist’n Joseph will each be discussing how their experience with the program eventually led them to their dream jobs. This is an episode perfect for those currently in the program or debating on whether to join!  Listen along as each of these former mentees give current mentees advice on how they too can take the job market by storm! Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/ internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall Episode Edited by: Olivia Wabski

Have you ever met someone and said to yourself, “That person will change the world?” That was my first thought when I met Joe Knopp. From our first conversation, I knew that I had to be part of his life and help him reach his full potential.  Joe is not your average Joe. He is a serial entrepreneur, full of energy and drive to make an impact. He spent all of his savings on 2,000 bottles in the hope that he can sell them and use the profits to build a water well.  For every Ripple Bottle you buy, you help provide clean water to someone in need. Every time you get to enjoy your clean water from a Ripple Bottle, you can feel grateful that you were able to help someone on the other side of the world have clean water too.  There's more to Joe than just his company Ripple, so I invite you to get to know him during this episode of the Mastering College to Career podcast!  And don’t forget to get your own Ripple Bottle! Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/ internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall

“What if my dream job isn’t typical for my major? I just graduated, but I want to change career paths. What do I do? ” This week, I invited fellow LinkedIn aficionado and podcaster Max Chan to sit down and talk about students that want to get a job not related to their major.  Max and I give you guys advice on important steps you should be following—including networking and resume writing—to increase your chances of snagging that job. Tune in to this week’s episode if you are struggling to find a job not related to your major! And, don’t forget to visit Max’s website and check out his podcast! Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call, we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski 

For this week’s episode, I have invited three amazing women with a wealth of knowledge and experience in women empowerment and career development in celebration of International Women's Day.  Our first guest is Frances Rios, my mentor, who is the CEO of Women Who Lead and a world-renowned expert in women empowerment. Our second guest is Dr. Jeanette Winters, a good friend of mine, who is the Chief Talent Officer and Managing Partner at Winters Advisory Group, who is exceptionally knowledgeable about HR and career planning. Our third guest is my wife, Jessica Botero. She is a Managed Investments Lead Analyst at BNY Mellon Pershing. She is someone who has been promoted multiple times in every organization she has worked for and has built a fantastic career over the years. I promise you that you will not want to miss this amazing episode! Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/ internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

“What can I do to get a job in the United States? Is applying for a work visa easier than applying for citizenship? How long does this process usually take?”  These are only a few questions that hundreds of thousands of recent college graduates are asking themselves. To help those of you in this situation, I've invited immigration attorney Pedro Dearaujo to answer these important questions about the immigration process. Pedro and I talk about everything from common misconceptions regarding immigration to how a person can make the immigration process easier for them. Some questions we cover on this episode include:  1.) It is very hard for a company to sponsor a recent college graduate. True or False? 2.) Should you answer yes or no to tricky questions, such as, “Will you in the future require sponsorship for employment?” 3.) How much does it cost companies to sponsor an employee? 4.) What can I do to make the process easier for the employer? 5.) What are some other common paths to residency in America? Pedro sits down and fully immerses us in his world as an immigration attorney. He gives important advice on what you can do to get a job in the United States.  Check out this episode for quick and easy tips to make your process easier! And don't hesitate to contact Pedro with any further questions or visit his website! Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call, we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski

LinkedIn family, I need your help! I want to bring awareness to one of the coolest internships available to the Hispanic community, so please help me by tagging college students that might be interested!  The internship is with the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute and is a semester-long internship program, featuring placement in Congressional and corporate legislative affairs offices. Students will gain educational and hands-on experience with project-based public policy programs. The program will take place in the fall semester.  In my opinion, it is like doing two internships in one.  This fantastic opportunity will allow students to live in Washington, D.C paid for by CHLI, and build relationships that will change your life.  I am a big fan of this organization and what they are trying to do. That is why I did a podcast episode with their president and CEO, Mary Ann Gomez Orta, to talk about this fantastic opportunity.  I have left a link to apply in the comments and a link to the full episode.  If you are reading this and don’t think this is for you, then don’t be selfish and tag a friend who might be interested in this fantastic opportunity.  Link to learn more and apply for the internship: https://www.chli.org/gl-application Want us to help you with your career? Schedule a FREE Strategy Call with Daniel or one of our career consultants. In this call we will help you identify what is holding you back from getting your dream job/ internship. https://www.masteringcollegetocareer.com/strategycall Episode Produced by: Olivia Wabski