Author Archives: W. P. Carey Career Services Center

We asked Alumni: What experiences have you had with surprising interview questions?

Here is what they shared:

Culture Fit Interview Question

Zappos is renowned for its culture. There are two interviews in the hiring process for a job at Zappos. …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What advice would you give a W. P. Carey student looking to have a coffee chat with a professional?

Here is what they shared:

Ask Questions and Listen

My biggest piece of advice during …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What advice would you give a W. P. Carey student trying to decide between two career paths?

Here is what they shared:

Align Career with Long-Term Goals

When you’re trying to decide between two …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is a career challenge you have faced and what advice do you have based on how you overcame it?

Here is what they shared:

Build a Supportive Network

Originally, post-graduation, I had no …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What do you do to maintain your professional network?

Here is what they shared:

Prioritize & Nurture Relationships

Being in the recruiting industry for 16+ years post-graduating from W. P. Carey, I’ve seen firsthand …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is one question recent grads should consider asking their boss during the first week in a new role?

Here is what they shared:

Ask About Top Priorities

As a recent W. P. Carey …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is the best career advice you have ever received?

Here is what they shared:

Harness Your Passion

“Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.” – Oprah …

In the realm of job interviews, one question frequently takes center stage: “Why are you looking for a new job?”

The query demands a thoughtful response, especially in today’s competitive professional landscape. This question often arises because prospective employers want …

We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is a valuable networking question students should consider asking?

Here is what they shared:

Inquire About Exciting Projects

When networking with career professionals, I ask them, “What is an exciting project you are …

If you’ve never had a professional job before, you might be wondering — how can I possibly have leadership skills? Yet you don’t need to hold a leadership position to have leadership skills. You can build these skills through academic projects, …