Watch the new video podcast version of CareerEQ!

https://youtu.be/CvikO5Gao5A

In today’s challenging job market, many students are facing slow hiring cycles, ghosting, fake postings, and intense competition for entry-level roles. This episode breaks down the real state of the job market and offers practical, actionable guidance for standing out including intentional networking, skills-based positioning, and smart use of AI tools. Hear from Fisher’s head of Career Management and three students navigating the search in real time, sharing what worked, what didn’t, and how to stay resilient in a tougher-than-usual cycle.

Guests:

• Kimberly Lee Minor – Interim Executive Director, Office of Career Management at The Fisher College of Business

• Brice Phillips – Accounting specialization, Fisher College of Business

• Audrey Planner – Finance specialization, Fisher College of Business

• Aaron Abeyesekera – Finance specialization, Fisher College of Business

Additional Resources:

Episode transcript