Career Chronicles

Malone Center for Career Engagement
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The Career Chronicles podcast is hosted by Student Career Ambassadors from Furman University’s Malone Center of Career Engagement. We bring in career experts, professors, and students to discuss topics related to exploring and launching your career during your years at Furman.

  1. 8 SEPT.

    27: Strengths in the Workplace with Elliot Davis

    At Elliot Davis, Clifton Strengths are a core part of the experience that new associates have at this Greenville accounting firm. Talent Development Director Tim Wilson and Talent Development Coach Adam Riddlehoover are here to discuss how Strengths have helped their team become more self-aware, articulate, and empathetic. They also offer advice on how students can find the same benefits and apply them to employment with the resources that Furman provides.

    31 min

  2. 1 SEPT.

    26: Careers in Sustainability and Environmental Consulting with Tad Goetcheus

    There are many career paths within the sustainability firm. HRP Associates consults for environmental and civil engineering, as well as sustainability services. Tad Goetcheus, the company’s COO and president, is here to share what he finds rewarding and challenging about his job, and how college students and new graduates can find their place in this growing field.

    26 min

  3. 02/12/2024

    25: Careers in Real Estate (Part 2)

    We're diving into the world of commercial real estate and project management with an inspiring panel of women leaders from CREW! Each speaker brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective, from a range of real estate and project management experience, offering great insights into the industry.   Meet our panelists: Stormie Ellenburg, Director of Development at Clear Mountain Properties, where she focuses on real estate and development projects across the Upstate. Emily Laundra, a sales specialist with Young Office, partnering with companies to create tailored interior solutions for commercial spaces. Britney Barnes, head of the Environmental Department at the Civil and Environmental Consultants' Greenville office, which is home to heavy civil engineers and environmental professionals. Britt Atkinson, Principal Designer and owner of Atkinson Collaborative, an interior design firm in Greenville that specializes in Multi-Family, Hospitality, and Corporate/Commercial projects.  Join us as they share their educational pathways, journeys, project management wisdom, and tips for navigating the complexities of the commercial real estate industry. Whether you're already interested in real estate or simply looking to learn more, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice for Furman students!

    23 min

  4. 18/11/2024

    24: Careers in Real Estate (Part 1)

    We're diving into the world of commercial real estate and project management with an inspiring panel of women leaders from CREW! Each speaker brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective, from a range of real estate and project management experience, offering great insights into the industry.   Meet our panelists: Stormie Ellenburg Director of Development at Clear Mountain Properties, where she focuses on real estate and development projects across the Upstate. Emily Laundra A sales specialist with Young Office, partnering with companies to create tailored interior solutions for commercial spaces. Britney Barnes Head of the Environmental Department at the Civil and Environmental Consultants' Greenville office, which is home to heavy civil engineers and environmental professionals. Britt Atkinson Principal and owner of Atkinson Collaborative, an interior design firm in Greenville that specializes in Multi-Family, Hospitality, and Corporate/Commercial projects. Join us as they share their educational pathways, journeys, project management wisdom, and tips for navigating the complexities of the commercial real estate industry. Whether you're already interested in real estate or simply looking to learn more, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice for Furman students!

    43 min

  5. 11/11/2024

    23: Service-Based Gap Years with Colin Brake

    Furman alumnus Colin Brake ‘24 is taking a gap year to be a participant of the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. He works at Homeboy Industries in L.A., the largest gang rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world. Colin discusses with hosts Lizzy and Roger what he has learned through his work, from balancing empathy with mental health to adapting to group living. He also shares tips for how to figure out if taking a gap year to do service is right for you!

    26 min

  6. 04/11/2024

    22: Getting Started with Internships with Lexie Johnson

    Lexie Johnson, the assistant director of the Internship Office, shares everything you need to know about the internship search process! She gives advice on why to pursuse internships, when to start looking, and how the internship office can help.  Book an appointment with the Internship Office here! https://www.furman.edu/internships/contact/

    20 min

  7. 28/10/2024

    21: Yaseen Echekki's Senior Story

    Yaseen Echekki is a senior, and currently serves as the president of Student Government Association. Involved in a myriad of organizations over the years, Yaseen discusses how his involvements and choices shaped his career plans and changed him as a person. He also gives advice to young students for how to make the most of their time at Furman.

    18 min

  8. 21/10/2024

    20: Process Improvement in Healthcare with Vivian Sevilla

    Do you have a passion for maximizing experiences and making things the very best they can be? Performance Excellence & Process Improvement roles might be the perfect fit for you! Vivian Sevilla is a Senior Integration Manager and Performance Improvement Advisor with Prisma Health. In her role, she's approached by an executive leader with a problem, analyzes data to determine the scope of the problem, and then manages the process improvement project to make the process and organization more efficient. We talk about performance improvement advisors as doers, analysts, and conductors specific to making a process more efficient for its customers, as well as how college students can further develop much needed skills and learn more about this kind of career pathway through Vivian's advice and various educational paths and opportunities!

    31 min
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The Career Chronicles podcast is hosted by Student Career Ambassadors from Furman University’s Malone Center of Career Engagement. We bring in career experts, professors, and students to discuss topics related to exploring and launching your career during your years at Furman.

Informations

  • Création
    Malone Center for Career Engagement
  • Années d’activité
    2023 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    28
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © Malone Center for Career Engagement
  • Site web de l’émission
    Career Chronicles