Catalog of Interviews and Bits

Eric Wright

Taniya Nayak:

As college grads of the class of 2018 prepare to take the first steps of their career paths, a word of warning: donâ??t accept your first job offer. You may be stepping into a dangerous company culture. Corporate culture expert and entrepreneur Piyush Patel has five tips for new grads to spot a toxic company before accepting the offer. â??Use all of your senses during the interview,â?? says Patel. â??What does the office conversation sound like? Do the office areas smell like food? That likely means that people donâ??t have time to take breaks and eat at their desks. And of course, always look out for the bathroom bandit.â??

Royal Ruckus

Elizabeth Johnston, is a traditional values activist, publisher of ActivistMommy.com and concerned MOTHER OF 10 CHILDREN.

Graduates of the class of 2018 are facing a challenging job market, with employers planning to hire fewer new grads than in recent years. Couple this with debilitating student debt, and many young workers may be resorting to finding gig work to make ends meet. According to Gig Economy pioneer Marion McGovern, every college grad needs to learn how to navigate the changing workplace for future success. â??The corporate ladder that many of us intended to climb has now become more of a step stool,â?? says McGovern. â??This changing landscape requires a clear explanation of how new college graduates can succeed.â?? In an engaging and thought-provoking interview, McGovern can discuss: How college grads can find freelance opportunities based on their talents and expertise The science of pricing: How to determine your price based on skills and the nature of your work Why the gig economy is perfect for younger workersâ??offering independence and freedom, while requiring unconventional talents The four most important skills for thriving in the Gig Economy