The Graduate at Work

011: Lauren Zelenka | Refining Your Career Journey

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Lauren Zelenka is a 2016 graduate of Bentley University with a double major in Finance and Global Perspectives, and minors in Computer Information Systems and Law. She is currently pursuing Massachusetts CPA certification and MS in Accountancy and has been serving clients as an Audit Associate with Grant Thornton since August 2019.

On This Episode:

  • Lauren shares about her time transitioning from being an intern as an undergrad to getting a job at KSI.
  • Jai and Lauren reflect on their time working together in the startup stage at KSI.
  • Hear how to feel confident in your choices.
  • Learn the best ways for graduates to impress in the first three months.

    • Key Takeaways:

    1. It’s okay to have things that you don’t like.
  • Trust in your progression.
  • Ask questions if you don’t know something.
  • Be proactive in taking on tasks during downtime.
  • Don’t take feedback personally.

    • Tweetable Quotes:

    • “Being totally present is the key to success."

    Lauren Zelenka

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