MyCareerCorner is a series of short, 3–5-minute video Q&A from individuals across different careers and occupations giving insight and advice about their job, industry, and real-life professional experiences. Each MyCareerCorner episode includes an online activity that will challenge students to think deeper about the topic and apply what they’ve learned. Watch this short video for more information.
Kyle Marks discusses joining the Marine Corps, the challenges of Boot Camp and the specialized training Marines undergo.
Dec 09, 2024
ViewDante Snodgrass talks about effective oral and written communication for sales, including developing good writing habits, such as proper punctuation and grammar.
Dec 09, 2024
ViewManny Santana shares some memorable experiences from his career in the healthcare industry and gives advice to students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.
Dec 09, 2024
ViewDavid Crane speaks about his most memorable experiences in his career, including calling Bowl games and College World Series games.
Dec 02, 2024
ViewManny Santana talks about leading a sales organization of over 120 people. He also covers topics such as a typical day in the life of a salesperson and the importance of building customer service skills for a successful career in sales.
Dec 02, 2024
ViewDante Snodgrass remembers his first promotion and credits his successful sales career to a combination of a strong work ethic, personality, and deep technical knowledge.
Dec 02, 2024
ViewDante Snodgrass talks about the importance of discipline and time management in being successful in high school academics and extracurricular activities.
Nov 25, 2024
ViewManny Santana discusses his early work experiences, such as entry-level jobs and internships, that helped prepare him for his career.
Nov 25, 2024
ViewDavid Crane discusses taking responsibility when mistakes happen and the importance of being aware of possible pitfalls to minimize the risk of future mistakes.
Nov 25, 2024
ViewMichelle Krause gives advice to those undecided about what career path they’d like to pursue.
Nov 18, 2024
ViewScott Beyer talks about the benefits of Professional Networking, including adding value to conversations by asking questions to build trust and respect.
Nov 18, 2024
ViewShelby Pennix talks about his career as an entrepreneur in mortgage banking, including the skills necessary to run his business such as discipline, time management, and sacrifice.
Nov 18, 2024
ViewKyle Marks shares his experience in joining the US Marine Corps and his decision to make it a 22 year career. He talks about patriotism, serving the country and the value of being a part of something bigger than yourself.
Nov 09, 2024
ViewKyle Marks discusses the types of recruits that the US Marine Corps looks for. He also shares tips on how to be successful in boot camp, including strong work ethic, a tough mindset, and a "Don't Quit" attitude.
Nov 09, 2024
ViewMichelle Krause talks about the various skills that she looks for when interviewing new candidates for a job.
Nov 09, 2024
ViewShelby Pennix gives advice for someone considering a career in mortgage banking, including the importance of work ethic, good financial planning, and building trust and loyalty to obtain repeat customers.
Nov 09, 2024
ViewDavid Crane discusses the importance of his college internship and talks about the specific skills that students can focus on now as they consider a career in sports broadcasting.
Nov 09, 2024
ViewShelby Pennix discusses his role and responsibilities as the owner of Pennix Mortgage, include networking, prospecting, qualifying customers for a loan and the customer service side of the business.
Nov 04, 2024
ViewJohn Thigpen discusses attending college at the US Coast Guard Academy and the skills and experiences that he‘s adding to his resume while serving in the US Coast Guard.
Nov 04, 2024
ViewTracy Beam talks about her role and responsibilities in Human Resources and her unique approach to developing skills in order to be more effective in her job.
Nov 04, 2024
ViewEunice Elliott speaks about changing careers multiple times and the interesting stops she's made along the way. She also shares a funny story about the time she gave a six-month notice.
Oct 28, 2024
ViewScott Beyer talks about managing people including the value of empathy and the importance of helping employees find their strengths.
Oct 28, 2024
ViewDavid Crane details the importance of preparation and organization as well as the steps he takes to get ready to broadcast a live college football game on radio.
Oct 28, 2024
ViewScott Beyer describes his role and the responsibilities he as a Sales Director in the Display Media Advertising space.
Oct 21, 2024
ViewJohn Thigpen shares how participating in sports prepared him for military service. He also discusses the most important skills that he has learned in serving in the US Coast Guard.
Oct 21, 2024
ViewScottie Rodgers talks about how networking and volunteering from his early college days until today has led to a successful career and lifelong friendships.
Oct 21, 2024
ViewShelby Pennix recalls the stress that came from personal and economic setbacks and how he adapted to deal with those challenges and save his company.
Oct 14, 2024
ViewEunice Elliott discusses the importance of developing good habits, being professional and responsible, doing the work, showing up on time, and forming relationships with colleagues.
Oct 14, 2024
ViewTracy Beam discusses the things you can learn from having a job while in school, such as, time management, teamwork, work ethic, and understanding and meeting expectations.
Oct 14, 2024
ViewMadison Frazer talks about how she utilized her interests in learning about how things work, like the iPhone, Video Games, and Laptops, to lead her to her chosen career path.
Oct 07, 2024
ViewDavid Crane shares ways to volunteer in high school to gain valuable experience and to see if you enjoy the career you are considering. He also offers practical ideas for developing your own skills.
Oct 07, 2024
ViewJohn Thigpen talks about serving in the United States Coast Guard as an Ensign, being underway on the Cutter, and his love for the mission.
Oct 07, 2024
ViewDavid Crane talks about his job and how he was able to map out his career early in life by gaining valuable experience in high school.
Sep 30, 2024
ViewEunice Elliott shares her process for writing her material by being authentic, observing the audience, and allowing their feedback to shape where she takes them.
Sep 30, 2024
ViewJeremy Lull talks about the importance of soft skills like Leadership, Teamwork, Communication & Problem Solving for running a successful business.
Sep 30, 2024
ViewTracy Beam gives tips on making a good impression in an interview such as making eye contact, a firm handshake, asking questions, and writing thank you notes.
Sep 20, 2024
ViewScottie Rodgers speaks about his industry, giving details on how to create future opportunities for yourself by getting involved and engaged now.
Sep 20, 2024
ViewMichelle Krause discusses the time that she was laid off, how she responded to the setback, and gives advice to students on dealing with failure.
Sep 20, 2024
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