NetConnect

NetConnect

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NetConnect episodes

  • Cheryl Gross '72 - Financial Services Professional and President at Cheryl Gross & Associates

    In the eighth and final episode of Season 2, I sit down with Cheryl Gross, a financial services professional with over twenty years of experience in retail banking, private banking, and consumer lending. Tune in to hear about her impressive career path, how she founded her project management firm, her advice for entrepreneurs today, why SLU students should take advantage of the LINC program, how to stand out in competitive job markets, and more!

    34 min
  • Michael Paulino '20 - Broadcast Associate at CBS Evening News

    In this episode, Michael Paulino, SLU Class of 2020, describes a hectic day in the life as a broadcast associate for CBS, how getting involved in activities and work during his undergrad helped prepare him for his career, the most important skills for success in journalism and media, how to ensure honest journalism in overflowing digital spaces, why being yourself is the key to nailing interviews, and how SLU students can "sell" their liberal arts education to employers. This is not an episode you want to miss! 

    29 min
  • Ali Price '19 - Associate in Trust Solutions at PwC

    Tune into this episode to hear Ali Price, SLU Class of 2019, share what an average week in the life serving audit clients in the Asset & Wealth Management industry looks like, how to turn an internship into a full time role, how to stand out in the increasingly competitive job market, and why a growth mindset and intercultural communication skills are crucial to her professional work. In this episode Ali also shares what it means to "make every day your masterpiece." 

    32 min
  • Amy Hudson '08 - Business Operations & Partnerships Lead at Spotify

    Amy Hudson, SLU class of 2008, is a Business Operations and Partnership Lead at Spotify. Tune in to this episode to hear what her typical work days look like at Spotify, upcoming projects for the company, Spotify's internship opportunities, how companies can stay relevant with younger audiences, interview tips, and more!

    24 min
  • Susie Rust '88 - Director of Talent Acquisition at Weber Schandwick
    In this episode, Susie Rust, SLU class of 1988, sits down with Caitlin to discuss how she started her career in New York City, how Weber Shandwick moves beyond public relations and creates interactive campaigns/long term value for clients, how recent college grads can stand out to employers in competitive environments, what defines good leadership, and more! 
    Learn more about Weber Shandwick here: https://www.webershandwick.com/
    28 min
  • Laura Eiman '75 - Gold Medal Olympic Weightlifter, Mental Toughness Coach, Entrepreneur

    Laura Eiman is a gold medal Olympic weightlifter, a Navy SEAL certified mental toughness coach and a successful entrepreneur who started a business in her spare bedroom that went on to be endorsed by Oprah, Rachael Ray, and more. Tune in to this episode to hear how Laura defines mental toughness, her experience winning a gold medal at age 64, the value of "failing forward," tips for aspiring entrepreneurs, and more! 

    34 min
  • Mary Baucom '13 - Senior Marketing Manager at Healthline Media

    In the Season 2 premier of NetConnect, Mary Baucom, SLU class of 2013 and Senior Marketing manager at Healthline Media sits down with Caitlin to discuss how she decided to pursue a Master's in journalism, how brands can stand out in saturated markets, predictions on the future of marketing and PR industries, advice for students interested in communications, interview tips, and more!

    Learn more about Healthline Media here: https://www.healthline.com/

    33 min
  • Veronica Zabala '19 - Research Associate at Corporate Insight

    In this episode, Veronica Zabala, class of 2019, discusses her experiences from her 4 college internships and gives tips for current students seeking internships. Veronica also talks about how she transitioned from a communications position at a non-profit to one at a financial firm. She gives advice on how to move to an industry that does not match your background, and use it as a selling point to future potential employers. Veronica also gives insight on the importance of following one's own path after college, and placing less emphasis on finding a "dream job" immediately after graduation. Tune in to hear these conversations, interview/resume/cover letter tips, and more! 

    51 min

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Follow Caitlin, a St. Lawrence University student, as she navigates one of the top-ranked alumni networks in America! In every episode Caitlin interviews a different alum to help students learn more…