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Have you ever felt like you don’t deserve the opportunities you’ve gotten? Do you believe you haven’t really achieved anything? Do you think you do everything wrong in the workplace? These feelings often stem from imposter syndrome. From academics to relationships to the workplace, imposter syndrome can hit hard in any environment. Tune in to this Work Like A Laker episode with Megan Riksen and Brian Bossick as they discuss what imposter syndrome is and how to work around it.

Resources:
University Counseling

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#gvsucareers #worklikealaker #imposter #syndrome #impostersyndrome #internships #workplace 

Are you an international student? Are you friends with an international student? Do you want to understand how you can better support international students? Listen to this Work Like A Laker episode hosted by Megan Riksen and Brian Bossick as they interview Abraham Eapen, Coordinator of Group Services in the GVSU University Counseling Center, and discuss career-related topics for international students.

Resources:


Group Counseling Services
GVSU International Students


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#gvsu#worklikealaker#coverletter#gvsucareer#international#jobsearch#internationalstudents

Are cover letters really that important? Well…the answer is YES! In some cases, cover letters influence the decision of the employer more than a resume does. Even if a cover letter isn’t required, it is recommended to turn one in. Listen to this episode as Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin discuss tips for the formatting, consistency, and content of your cover letter.

Resources:


CareerLab
Cover Letter Format
Drafting a Cover Letter


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#gvsu #worklikealaker #coverletter #gvsucareers #resume #jobsearch #resources #careercenter

Join Megan Riksen and guest co-host Dani Lauer as they dive into the differences between career advising and career coaching, tailored for Grand Valley State University's alumni community. Career advisors Lisa Knapp and Lori Staggs illuminate the differences, providing insights on how alumni can leverage these resources effectively. Discover whether career advising or career coaching is the right match for you!

Resources:
GVSU Alumni Career Resources
GVSU Alumni Career Coaching Database
GVSU Alumni Career Advising vs. Career Coaching

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#worklikealaker #alumni #gvsu #careeradvising #careercoaching

Are you interested in written communication, digital and visual communication, broadcasting and journalism, and performing arts? Listen to Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin as they discuss the opportunities available for those in the Communications and the Arts career community.  Get some top-tier advice from special guest Lisa Knapp, Associate Director and career advisor for the Communications and the Arts career community, as she discusses what really goes into getting a job in creative fields. Also hear from GVSU alums, Jacob DeWeerd and Emma Hankey about their work within communication and the arts.

Resources:


Career Center
Communication & the Arts Career Community

Handshake - Communications & the Arts 
Ad & PR Careers
Writing Careers 
Music, Dance, and Theatre Careers
Film & Video Careers


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#gvsu #worklikealaker #gvsucareers #communications #arts #graphicdesign #contentcreation #socialmedia #writing #career #jobsearch

Are you considering moving out of Michigan following graduation? Listen to Megan Riksen and Grace Joaquin in this Work Like a Laker episode as they discuss the many ways to find opportunities outside the state. Career Connectors, Hannah and Elizabeth, are special guests on this episode who will share their perspectives on finding out-of-state work!

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#worklikealaker#gvcareers#outofstate#michigan#internship#studyabroad