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Success Story of the Week: Anna Goula

The Career Design Lab is thrilled to celebrate the successes of all of our Columbia University School of Professional Studies students and alumni.
This week we highlight a student from Nonprofit Management program. We are proud to congratulate Anna Goula …

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Why You Still Need LinkedIn & 3 Steps to Get Started

LinkedIn gets a lot of hate, and much of it is well deserved. But it is still an excellent tool to level up your career. In this episode, I break down why LinkedIn is still an extremely powerful tool for …

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Should First Generation Students Hide From Potential Employers That They’re the First in Their Families to Attend College?

For first-generation college students—those who are the first in their family to attend and graduate from college—entering the job market can bring unique challenges. They may face hurdles that other students, particularly those with more established family networks, don’t have …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Episode 45: Timeout with Dr. Derrick Burgess

On this week’s episode of Timeout with TWN, we chatted with Dr. Derrick Burgess, first-generation orthopedic surgeon and host of the incredible podcast, TimeOut with the SportsDr. Hear how Derrick used his own experience as an athlete navigating injury to enter the medical field. Plus, learn how he works to support athletes in their health …

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How to Stop Underearning and Make More Money

In this episode, I dive into the concept of underearning: what it really means, how it shows up, and the mindset shifts that help you break free from it. I explain the difference between being underpaid (when the system undervalues …

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Featured Classes

Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…

Career Planning Resources

Find resources relevant to the community to help you succeed.

Podcast Episode 22: Lessons in Leadership with Chris Wong

We sat down with Chris Wong, ICF-certified executive coach and licensed therapist, to discuss how to navigate organizations in chaos …

Podcast Episode 21: Lessons in Leadership with Graham Dugoni

We sat down with Graham Dugoni, Founder and CEO of Yondr, to discuss the effects of technology on society and …

Podcast Episode 20: Lessons in Leadership with Joseph Quaderer

We sat down with Joseph Quaderer, CEO and Editor-In-Chief of Quaderer Media Group, to discuss his big career pivot from …

Podcast Episode 19: Securing Success: Lessons in Cybersecurity and Leadership with Kiran Bhujle

We sat down with Kiran Bhujle, Global Managing Director at SVAM International and Lecturer at Columbia University, to discuss how …

Podcast Episode 18: Revolutionizing Protein: Ethan Brown’s Vision for a Sustainable World

We sat down with Ethan Brown, CEO and President of Beyond Meat, to discuss how his father’s question— ‘What do …

Podcast Episode 17: Flying Towards the Future

We sat down with Gwen Lighter, CEO and Founder of GoAERO, to discuss how her childhood dreams of flying evolved …

Featured Mentors


Janine Acheson

Success Stories
  • Toronto, Ontario
  • Clinical Operations Johnson & Johnson
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Emma Akue

Success Stories
  • Marketing Intern Arup
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Bisan Alhmood

Success Stories
  • Boston, MA
  • Data Scientist Fidelity Investments
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Samuel Anderson

Success Stories
  • Project Management Consultant NextEra Energy
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Tiffany Bahar

Success Stories
  • Project Manager/Business Analyst Intern Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
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Maria Bifaretti

Success Stories
  • Digital Commerce Product Strategy Lead for North America Mars
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Leonie Bischofberger

Success Stories
  • Business Development Strategy Intern Premier Lacrosse League
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Timothy Bloom

  • Senior Director Enterprise Risk Management Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco

Christopher Bradley

Success Stories
  • New York City, New York
  • Business Transformation Strategist JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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