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The Career Ready Podcast

College of DuPage Career Services
College Of Dupage
Professionalism
Respiratory Care
Networking
Internships
Automotive Industry
Human Services
Resume
Public Speaking Anxiety
STAR Method
Mistakes In Interviews
Employee Benefits
Artificial Intelligence
Job Boards
Leadership
Interview Preparation and Timing
Campus Networking
Interviewing
Career Readiness
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Listen to The Career Ready Podcast to learn about resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn, interviewing, and all the things you need to Be Career Ready with the Career Services Center at College of DuPage.

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In this episode, Rebecca Harrington interviews Dr. Theo Darden. Dr. Darden is a Professor of Criminal Justice Studies at the College of DuPage with extensive experience in both academia and law enforcement. In the interview, they discuss the wide ran... more

In this episode, Pierre Michiels interviews Nicole Juhl. Nicole is an Associate Professor in Physical Education who oversees the Certified Personal Trainer program at College of DuPage. They discuss career paths in personal training, essential skills... more

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In today’s episode, host Pierre Michiels interviews Teri Schmidgall and Edward Heard, career counselors from Northern Illinois University’s Career Services. They discuss how students—especially those transferring—can use reflection, exploration, and ... more

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In today’s episode, hosts Rebecca Harrington and Pierre Michiels interview Dr. Siddiqi, President of College of DuPage. Dr. Siddiqi shares his career journey and discusses the future of work, AI’s impact on jobs, lifelong learning, and the importance... more

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Edward Heard
Career counselor at Northern Illinois University, holistic career counseling
NIU Career Services
Episode: You’re Not Behind: Career Planning and Transfer Insights from NIU Career Counselors
Teri Schmidgall
Career counselor at Northern Illinois University, focuses on major exploration and experiential learning
NIU Career Services
Episode: You’re Not Behind: Career Planning and Transfer Insights from NIU Career Counselors
Dr. Siddiqi
President of College of DuPage
College of DuPage
Episode: What Employers Really Want in an AI Economy with the President of College of DuPage Dr. Siddiqi
Angelina Ragano
Senior HR Generalist in the Electronics Manufacturing Industry
[Not explicitly provided beyond role]
Episode: Benefits 101 with Angelina Ragano: What New Grads Need to Know
Cassandra Wingert
Speech Communication Professor at College of DuPage
College of DuPage
Episode: Turning Interview Anxiety into Confidence: Expert Strategies from a Speech Professor
Carol Pinzon
Legal studies student; front desk administrative assistant; Know Your Rights Legal Clinics volunteer
Casa's Immigration, LAFER; Know Your Rights Legal Clinics
Episode: Networking and Volunteering: A Student’s Journey Through Career Change
Christa Brennan
Program Director for Respiratory Care at College of DuPage
College of DuPage
Episode: Respiratory Care Careers with Christa Brennan
Jason Floren
Professor of Human Services at College of DuPage
College of DuPage
Episode: Human Services Careers with Jason Floren
Joe Aranki
Automotive program coordinator and professor at College of DuPage
College of DuPage
Episode: Automotive Careers with Joe Aranki

Hosts

Pierre Michiels
Host of The Career Ready Podcast, affiliated with College of DuPage Career Services Center.
Rebecca Harrington
Host of The Career Ready Podcast, COD Career Services Center staff member.
Jordan Rembrecht
Host of The Career Ready Podcast, COD Career Services Center staff member.

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    Julio Rumangu
    Indonesia3 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    This podcast has given me a lot to think about. It’s hard in the real world and I appreciate any help I can get. The hosts are personable and have what seems like years of knowledge behind everything they say. If I could give it 10 stars, I would.

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    5
    GhostlyPodcast.com
    United States4 years ago

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Episodes are concise, well-structured with useful checklists and tips.
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Benefits 101 with Angelina Ragano: What New Grads Need to Know
Q: What should new grads look for in an offer letter's benefits section to avoid red flags?
They should check the waiting period, confirm there are multiple plan options, review the benefit guide for deductibles and co-pays, and look for clear language about eligibility and what is guaranteed versus what might be negotiable.
Turning Interview Anxiety into Confidence: Expert Strategies from a Speech Professor
Q: What are some practical strategies for students who speak too fast, too slow, or ramble when nervous?
She outlines regulating breathing, reframing interviews as conversations, using extemporaneous preparation with bullet points, practicing in realistic environments, and building in buffer time to reduce cortisol spikes, all aimed at making speech more controlled and confident.
Turning Interview Anxiety into Confidence: Expert Strategies from a Speech Professor
Q: Can you briefly introduce yourself and share your teaching philosophy and how it shapes your approach to public speaking anxiety?
Cassandra Wingert introduces herself as a College of DuPage Communications Professor who teaches a High Speech Anxiety Public Speaking course. Her philosophy centers on Maslow before Bloom, prioritizing safety and foundational needs, and she adds a play-based, engaging approach to learning to help students regulate anxiety and transfer skills to interviews.
From Student Athlete to Working Professional with Troy Doris
Q: What advice would you give about interviews and discussing your athletic background?
Explain why athletic experiences matter to the role, avoid relying solely on performance accolades, and demonstrate how discipline, consistency, and feedback loops learned from coaching apply to the workplace.
From Student Athlete to Working Professional with Troy Doris
Q: How did you translate athletic experience on your resume and in interviews?
Lead with skills you have when you lack direct experience, frame achievements in terms of organizational impact, and merge athletic identity with a clear professional lane to be viewed as an authority in that field.

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The show centers on practical career preparation for college students and transfer learners, with episodes covering resumes, internships, networking, interview skills, and navigating benefits. Guests range from career services professionals and college leaders to industry practitioners, offering actionable guidance on internships, job searches, and leveraging campus resources to build momentum into post-college careers. A standout throughline is turning academic experiences and campus networks into tangible career outcomes, with hands-on tips that listeners can apply immediately. The format often blends theoretical concepts (lifelong learning, soft skills) with concrete steps, making it especially useful for students, recent grads, and thos... more

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2. Teri Schmidgall
3. Dr. Siddiqi
4. Angelina Ragano
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6. Carol Pinzon
7. Christa Brennan
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