If you’re intrigued by emerging finance technologies, cryptocurrency, and blockchain or maybe even a little puzzled by them - you won’t want to miss this episode. Joining us today is Kent State University Professor of Finance, David Pelleg. In this episode, David breaks down the economic side of cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and their place in the emerging Tech 4.0 business landscape.

Kent State University Professor of Accounting, Wendy Tietz has earned national recognition for her innovative practices in the classroom. Whether it’s conducting online polls, teaching students to build a software bot, or interacting with students from locations around the globe via chatroom, Tietz focuses on making the learning experience interactive.

In this episode, you will hear how Tietz teaches future professionals to develop technology agility and how she shares her innovative teaching practices with educators and practitioners across the country.

The demand for data analytics is increasing across all sectors of business, and with that comes a need for more trained data analysts. But what exactly does data analytics entail, and what kind of skills does one need to pursue a career in the field?

In this episode, we talk to our resident expert, Dr. Rouzbeh Razavi, director of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program at Kent State’s College of Business Administration. Dr. Razavi shares how he used data in his former career as a machine learning scientist, and how Kent State has developed an innovative business analytics program based on industry needs. If you want to know more about data analytics, or are considering a career in the field, don’t miss this episode.

To learn more about pursuing a degree in business analytics either in-person or online at Kent State, visit kent.edu/business/msba.

The Golden Flash Asset Management Group (GFAM) provides student participants the opportunity to manage $1 million in Kent State University assets. In this episode, the founder and faculty co-adviser of the student-managed fund Dr. Steven Dennis discusses GFAM's first-place win at the international G.A.M.E. Forum in New York City. And shares how GFAM helps student participants gain real-world experience to advance their career opportunities.

We are wrapping up 2019 with a special bonus episode featuring job search advice and interview clips with our panel of HR recruiters that did not make the original Ready For Business series.

Our website:

http://www.kent.edu/business

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Glassdoor Salaries

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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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O*NET OnLine

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Special Guests Include:

Alyssa Angelletti of Vizion360

Kate Blake of The Sherwin-Williams Company

Matt Klouse of Fathom

Marie Henry and Lynn Murphy of Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans

Molly Phelps and Andrew Trotter of Fastenal

Sara Martin of Bober Markey Fedorovich

Susan Denton of Medical Mutual of Ohio

Tiffaney Proud of FedEx Custom Critical

Rachel Higgins of Northwestern Mutual

Music featured:

"Militaire Electronic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Bummin on Tremelo" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Lobby Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Nouvelle Noel" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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If you're in the early semesters of your Business degree, what can be done now that will make you stronger job or internship candidate later? Our guests describe three things that can be started today.

Our website:

www.kent.edu/business

Special Guests Include:

Alyssa Angelletti of Vizion360

Kate Blake of The Sherwin-Williams Company

Matt Klouse of Fathom

Marie Henry and Lynn Murphy of Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans

Molly Phelps and Andrew Trotter of Fastenal

Sara Martin of Bober Markey Fedorovich

Susan Denton of Medical Mutual of Ohio

Tiffaney Proud of FedEx Custom Critical

Rachel Higgins of Northwestern Mutual

Music featured:

"Militaire Electronic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

"Marty Gots a Plan" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Lobby Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Loopster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Magic Scout Farm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Like the résumé, your profile and activity in a professional networking site can show a recruiter that you would be a good match for their company. Our guests describe the process of building an online brand in sites like LinkedIn that can help your candidacy move forward.

Our website:

www.kent.edu/business

Handshake access for Kent State University students and alumni:

https://www.kent.edu/business/handshake

Find the Kent State College of Business Administration on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/kent-state-college-of-business-administration

Find our Career Services Office on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8154060/

Special Guests Include:

Alyssa Angelletti of Vizion360

Kate Blake of The Sherwin-Williams Company

Matt Klouse of Fathom

Marie Henry and Lynn Murphy of Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans

Molly Phelps and Andrew Trotter of Fastenal

Sara Martin of Bober Markey Fedorovich

Susan Denton of Medical Mutual of Ohio

Tiffaney Proud of FedEx Custom Critical

Rachel Higgins of Northwestern Mutual

Music featured:

"Militaire Electronic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

"Teddy Bear Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Apero Hour" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Thinking Music" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Magic Scout Farm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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You've just been invited for a job interview! Now what? Our panel of recruiters offer advice on what to wear, what to bring, and how to make the most out of your next interview.

Special Guests Include:

Alyssa Angelletti of Vizion360

Kate Blake of The Sherwin-Williams Company

Matt Klouse of Fathom

Marie Henry and Lynn Murphy of Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans

Molly Phelps and Andrew Trotter of Fastenal

Sara Martin of Bober Markey Fedorovich

Susan Denton of Medical Mutual of Ohio

Tiffaney Proud of FedEx Custom Critical

Rachel Higgins of Northwestern Mutual

Our Website:

www.kent.edu/business

Music featured:

"Militaire Electronic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Thinking Music" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Covert Affair" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Thief in the Night" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Professional recruiters prefer face-to-face introductions over receiving a resume from someone they never met. So any opportunity to meet recruiters in-person is a key moment in your search for a job or internship. Hear our guests discuss the strategies that work, and the mistakes to avoid, as you make your introduction at a career fair or networking event.

Special Guests Include:

Alyssa Angelletti of Vizion360

Kate Blake of The Sherwin-Williams Company

Matt Klouse of Fathom

Marie Henry and Lynn Murphy of Rocket Mortgage by Quicken Loans

Molly Phelps and Andrew Trotter of Fastenal

Sara Martin of Bober Markey Fedorovich

Susan Denton of Medical Mutual of Ohio

Tiffaney Proud of FedEx Custom Critical

Rachel Higgins of Northwestern Mutual

Our Website:

www.kent.edu/business

Music featured:

"Militaire Electronic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

"Bummin on Tremelo" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

"Covert Affair" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

"Thief in the Night" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Deuces" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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"Magic Scout" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Rachel and Cory of Northwestern Mutual describe their internship program and the skills students gain along the way. Northwestern Mutual joins this special edition of Ready for Business as one of our Recruiting Partners and member of the Employer Advisory Council for Career Services.