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This is #AskCarmen, Candid conversations with teens and young adults about their struggles in career planning and/or simply looking for a first job. Advice from those that join us every week to share stories and best practices from bankers, nurses, teachers, and so much more! Intentionally for those…

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    • Oct 31, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Networking As An Introvert

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 8:44


    Host Ariel Roberts invites listeners to rethink introversion as a positive trait when networking. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    Learning Digital Literacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 7:09


    Host Ariel Roberts shares tips on approaching digital literacy with curiosity instead of fear in our ever-changing world. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    Work-Life Balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 13:44


    Host Ariel Roberts shares essential tips on finding a work-life balance to avoid burnout and bring your best self to everything you do. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    Crafting An Effective Cover Letter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 9:50


    Host Ariel Roberts shares tips for crafting the perfect cover letter and impressing the hiring manager. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    Networking 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 6:08


    Host Ariel Roberts shares essential tips on time management and organization for busy students and young professionals. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    Ace Your Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 9:27


    Host Ariel Roberts shares essential tips on how to ace your interview and secure that job position. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    Essential Tips for Busy Students and Young Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 13:36


    Host Ariel Roberts shares essential tips on time management and organization for busy students and young professionals. You can read the companion article to this episode here.   Follow Carmen and the #AskCarmen team! www.askcarmentoday.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/askcarmen www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-roberts   This podcast episode is produced, hosted, and edited by Ariel Roberts.

    S4:E1: 3 puntos critico para crecimiento professional con Andrea Monroy (En Espanol)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 26:46


    ¡Bienvenidos nuevamente a nuestro programa! Hoy tenemos el placer de presentarles a Andrea Monroy. Andrea es ingeniera industrial con más de 15 años de experiencia y actualmente se desempeña como líder y mentora en una reconocida compañía Fortune 500 desde Colombia. En primer lugar, Andrea enfatiza la importancia de la creación de redes a través de plataformas como LinkedIn o la búsqueda activa de mentores. Al reconocer el poder de construir conexiones significativas, Andrea alienta a las personas a aprovechar estas redes como recursos valiosos para el crecimiento personal y profesional. En segundo lugar, Andrea defiende la identificación y resolución de brechas de habilidades. Al reconocer áreas de mejora y trabajar de manera proactiva para cerrar esas brechas, Andrea ejemplifica el valor del aprendizaje y desarrollo continuos como un medio para prosperar en un panorama profesional dinámico. Por último, y quizás lo más importante, Andrea subraya la importancia de alinearse con una cultura organizacional compatible. Al comprender que el éxito se extiende más allá de las habilidades técnicas, Andrea aconseja a las personas que evalúen cuidadosamente el ajuste cultural de las posibles oportunidades, asegurando una sinergia armoniosa entre los valores personales y el entorno en el que uno pretende prosperar. Con su amplia experiencia en diversas industrias y su dedicación a la mentoría y empoderamiento de otros, Andrea Monroy se erige como un faro de inspiración y conocimiento en la búsqueda de la excelencia profesional. ¡No se pierdan esta interesante conversación con Andrea Monroy en nuestro programa de hoy! Conectarte con Andrea: linkedin.com/in/andreamonroy Preguntas? Commentarios - Dejalos aqui: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/askcarmen/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/askcarmen/message

    S3:E6: La búsqueda de trabajo en 1960 es igual que 2020? (En Español)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 42:29


    La conversación sincera que tuvimos con Susana Scassi, mi tia y madrina. Empezo su carrera a los 17 años. - La importancia de un joven profesional es asegurar (sin dejar de lado sus estudios) para tratar de ganar experiencia en su campo de interés. - Elegir una carrera por la cual siente que tienen la capacidad pero también el interés. Disfruta de la posición deseada. - Comience, por todos los medios, busque una oportunidad dentro del área de estudio que él / ella ha elegido. - Equilibrar el trabajo con la vida personal. Tener un tiempo para todo lo que él / ella desea. #AskCarmen, #CareerPrep #CareerGoals #Carrera #spanish #carrera #joven

    Season 4 Coming June 2023.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 1:12


    Just a little teaser of what is coming soon: Season 4 of #AskCarmen Podcast.

    S3:E5: MAY MADNESS: Day 3 - What Career do I pick? ( with Marcelo Rondon)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 19:23


    As we continue our Day 3 of our May Madness Career talks this month, today many young adults have NOT yet decided on their career of choice, and for that we say: DO NOT WORRY! Marcelo Rondon walks-thru his steps and how he made his career of choice by getting his "feet wet". We discuss his success as an young entrepreneur as well as how multiple job opportunities obtained during his self exploration phase landed him more understanding of the best career for him. Finally, setting your career priority list and applying your knowledge/strengths to true career experiences is a critical step to making decisions on the best Career (or Careers) suits you! Marcelo Rondon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celorondon/ #AskCarmen, #CareerPrep #CareerGoals #MayMadness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S3:E4: MAY MADNESS: Day 2 - Career planning during Covid-19 with Marcelo Rondon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 19:23


    Together again with Marcelo Rondon we continue our Day 2 of our May Madness Career Talks! We explore the way phone and video interviews have specific advantages vs traditional face2face, effective networking should be considered when reaching out and applying your remote skills or taking the time to bridge the GAP of skills is key. Marcelo Rondon also reminds us all that if you do not have a productive daily routine yet, TODAY is a perfect day to start! Marcelo Rondon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celorondon/ #AskCarmen, #CareerPrep #CareerGoals #MayMadness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S3:E3: MAY MADNESS: Day 1 - Back to Basics with Marcelo Rondon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 23:26


    Together with Marcelo Rondon we kick off Day 1 of our May Madness. Talking about the important and key challenges and what we both think about moving forward with your career plans. As a recent University of Florida graduate, Marcelo Rondon mentions the importance of putting together a plan, even if it includes your "slack" time! Finally, lets get back to Basics: 1) Resume 2) Identify your Coach, Mentors and Sponsors and Finally, 3) Set a plan! Thank you Marcelo for your advice! Marcelo Rondon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celorondon/ #AskCarmen, #CareerPrep #CareerGoals #MayMadness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S3:E2: Career Prep 101 Facebook Live Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 28:48


    S3:E2: Career Prep 101 Facebook Live Session. Listen in to what we had to share on your Career Prep 101. https://youtu.be/gosvFe2jdVE - Presentation https://youtu.be/gosvFe2jdVE - Facebook Live Event Send your questions, messages or any recommendations that could help our audience here: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/message For more information please check out www.askcarmentoday.com #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerCoach --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S3:E1: I Graduated, now WHAT?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2020 71:50


    Marcelo Rondon is a returning guest, a recent graduate from University of Florida, is aphotographer, graphic designer, film-maker, brand identity consultant, and writer. His passion is telling stories through any medium that represents them best under his personal brand C10ud. We sit down to talk about his journey in starting multi-projects from ground work efforts to starting his own company. We break it down to understand realistic milestones required in order to achieve true career goals. Check below for more information about Marcelo and his favorite tools: Website: http://marcelorondon.com Blog: https://medium.com/@c10ud.dime10 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClDmaQW8dYtv9FXkAffIz6A Favorite Productivity Tools: Todoist (To do list App Marcelo uses): https://todoist.com/ Notion (Similar to Evernote but with more options for storing data): https://www.notion.so/ Others information shared: Nathaniel Drew (The channel I mentioned) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrdWRLq10OHuy7HmSckV3Vg Meditation App: Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E12: Visual Journalist Marcelo Rondon talks about the importance of building your personal brand.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 28:49


    Marcelo Rondon talks about the importance of building your personal brand. Creating your portfolio and opportunities by simply putting yourself out there. Get yourself noticed, he mentions. Use Wordpress or Vix and start publishing your work - and its FREE! Marcelo mentions his job opportunities came from social media and word of mouth. Show people who you are, what is your creative process and what you can develop for them. As a future university graduate, Marcelo Rondon also mentions how he modified his student resume to a professional resume and even though he hates to admit, Linkedin is a good source of recruitment! Meanwhile, do not forget to leverage on your network, get feedback from those experts around: friends, students, peers and professors! Give more than TAKE is the KEY here - build relationships that will ultimately allow you to build your credibility and expertise. Finally, stop talking and start doing - your personal brand, your professional portfolio. Thank you Marcelo for your advice! Video about excited accountability: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwqVtZn5df8 Marcelo Rondon's information: You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPYgAD5NCEQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celorondon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celorondon/ Website:marcelorondon.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E10: Doreina explores multiple ways your curiosity and Data Science are your key tools to YOUR career

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 43:40


    Doreina Pena (https://www.linkedin.com/in/doreinapena) explores multiple ways of successfully Investing time in not only finding tools to continue to expand and work on the topics that most interest your curiosity, but the importance of data science in your search for a new position or even putting together your career path which is vital. Don't be fooled when all you need is access to internet and a simple paper to start your research. Keep in mind that most tools are 100% free and here are just some that we explore in today's episode. Explore more with the use of the 5 Why's, SIPOC Analysis and use of some Data Analysis Tools such as Hadoop and Watson. Additionally, take full advantage of just a few organizations that offer free courses: -Data University: https://www.datauniversity.com/ -Google Learning: https://learndigital.withgoogle.com/digitalgarage -Coursera: (offers plenty of free courses as well as others paid): https://www.coursera.org/ or go direct to free courese only at: https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/coursera-free-online-courses-6d84cdb30da/ - FAQ Hardvard free online courses & HardvardX: https://www.harvard.edu/about-harvard/frequently-asked-questions/faq-free-courses - Code: https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/coursera-free-online-courses-6d84cdb30da/ For more information please check out www.askcarmentoday.com #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerCoach Music by: Marcelo Rondon @ http://marcelorondon.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E11: Confessions of an Intern by Gian Marco

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 34:43


    Candid conversion with Gian Marco (linkedin.com/in/gian-marco-annese-ba9a4280), a young graduate with potential to conquer the world. Passionate and motivated he takes head-on the challenges to transition quickly from undergraduate student to working professional. From resume styles to mastering basic behavioral interview questions you should master & much more. Listen in! For more information please check out www.askcarmentoday.com #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerCoach Music by: Marcelo Rondon @ http://marcelorondon.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E9: Can you be more productive without your iPhone at arms reach?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2019 12:17


    Can you work without having your phone stuck on you like a bandaid? Here are some hacks for a better and more productive Sunday! Original Article can be read here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/slideshow/305438?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email#5 Let me know what hacks you have implemented in your life - askcarmentoday@gmail.com For more information please check out www.askcarmentoday.com #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerCoach --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E8: Happy Anniversary #AskCarmen Podcast!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2019 7:06


    A BIG Thanks to: Florencia, Rafaela, Andrea, Michelle, Thais, Raul who joined me on Season 1 & 2 2018-2019 series! Thank you for your time and wisdom! Thank you to my hubby and my entire family for their support and to all my friends, peers and clients whom I learn from daily. Thank you so much for this great 1st year! For more information please check out www.askcarmentoday.com #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerCoach #1st --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E7: SOS: Cover Letters are important!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 7:45


    Time has changed. Applying online to 100+ Jobs is just not good enough. Only 3% of you will get a call back. What are you waiting for? Get your cover letters done and ensure they follow these simple guidelines. Great Resource to share today: "Work It Daily" : https://youtu.be/kdUafTx82OM Check out www.askcarmentoday.com for more information and further resources. #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerMentor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E6: My mentor was an @#$%(@$, but I loved it! Friendly chat with Raul Rivera

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 34:13


    What can I tell you today? When you get together with a dear friend like Raul Rivera.. conversation flows. Picking out a non-conventional mentor was his first choice and paid off! From finding guidance from faith groups to you better be off listening is what I will do more of in 2019! Join us in our conversation together.... Check out www.askcarmentoday.com for more information and tips and reach out to @RaulRivera (https://www.linkedin.com/in/raul-rivera-a2538612/) #AskCarmen #CareerPrep #CareerMentor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E5: Don't just Click Click - Focus on your Career Drivers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2019 7:51


    #AskCarmen comes back with a quick reminder on how to focus on your key drivers for career planning and Job Searching. Check out www.askcarmentoday.com for more information and tips on Job hunting! #AskCarmen #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E4: I'm Back! Quick chat and recap of 2018.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2018 14:21


    Quick reminders of best practices and things to think about in 2019! #happybirthday to my sister, Mariana. This podcast is dedicated to her. #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E3: My BFF, Michelle advises me never to cry during an interview. Point Taken!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2018 37:01


    Candid conversation with my BFF, Michelle Monte. Chatting about finding opportunities abroad and in US; but most importantly how to keep your cool during a hard interviews! Check out her linked profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-monte-200b4b96 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E2: Rafaella reminds us of opportunities within our own network

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2018 26:08


    Rafaella shares her experience as a full-time student in UCF (University of Central Florida) and working at the same time. She reminds us all that you don't have to look too far to find great amazing opportunities. Check her out on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaella-del-solar #AskCarmen #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S2:E1: Quick Chat: It's all about Consistency as Simon would say

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2018 8:14


    Daily practice / Consistency is what will matter the most. Quick chat inspired by Simon Sinek (https://youtu.be/5KyI9zhYA100). #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E12: Quick Chat with myself on Interview questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2018 24:02


    Quick chat on #AskCarmen: top questions you should be thinking about. For 1:1 practice contact us at www.askcarmentoday.com Source for today's chat: https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/top-interview-questions-infographic/ #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E11: Feed your career with a healthy lifestyle, a passionate conversation with Andrea Monroy.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2018 29:08


    Industrial Engineer and Certified Project Manager, Andrea Monroy (Instagram @andremm2010) shares us the importance of patience, hard work and most importantly healthy living. #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep #Healthyliving #Healthylifestyle @andremm2010 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E10: Monthly Tip: Frequent update to IDP is a must!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2018 9:30


    Quick tip on how important updating and keeping your Independent development plan is vital. #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E9: Practical Career Advice from a future Astronaut

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2018 28:49


    Advice from Thais, a Mechanical Systems Engineer at Kennedy Space Center, FL. #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E8: Self Discovery and Self Evaluation is a good thing.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2018 8:17


    Quick chat on understanding you: Self Discovery and Self Evaluation is a good thing. #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E7: What's your ideal Career path?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2018 14:02


    When was the last time you asked yourself that? Let's evaluate and talk on how to get you ready to answer that question in 5 seconds! #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E6: Does your resume pop?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2018 20:02


    Just two weeks ago I received a resume that well....underwhelmed me... Why didn't he pop on paper as much as over the phone? #Resume101 #myresumerocks #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E5: Get Prepared, Be Prepared.....be You!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2018 19:21


    Are you ready for that big interview? How ready do you need to be? Be Prepared.... be very Prepared! #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E4: Introducing my twin, Florencia.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2018 19:12


    She is humble and always very prepared. Learn from her, because I do everyday. #AskCarmen --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E3: Have you Linked IN?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2018 10:07


    Did you create the linkedin profile yet? Reminder to do that today! Ditched by Florencia (first scheduled interviewee). #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E2: Don't forget to listen (to your interviewee)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2018 8:10


    Listen to how i bombed my phone interview. Tip 2 self: listen. #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

    S1-E1: Intro to #AskCarmen.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2018 9:01


    First episode of #AskCarmen. Introduction to what is yet to come! #AskCarmen #BestJobEver #CareerPrep --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/askcarmen/support

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