Career Corner – The Armstrong Center for Alumni Career Services

Books on Career: Alumni Career Services Coaches Review Their Latest Reads

December and January often bring a time for reflection … and time for a good read. Several of the Darden School’s Alumni Career Services coaches used the holiday as an opportunity to catch up on a few books from the business genre. Looking for a new book? Read on for…

By Jennifer Coleman- January 22, 2020

Career Management, Career Transition, Job Search

Internal Transfers: An Alternative to Jumping Ship That Could Jump Start Your Career

A common subject in Darden Alumni Career Services’ conversations with clients is internal transfers. It is common, and often a good idea, to consider a move within your company before jumping ship. But what are the risks?How does one navigate the politics of such a move? For insights, I…

By Jennifer Coleman- December 18, 2019

Advisory Services, Career Management, Career Transition, Job Search

Four Essential Tips for Interview Preparation

We all know the adage, “you only have one chance to make a first impression.” There is no better application of this truth than the job interview. Showing up with confidence and conviction is critical for interview success, and the best way to gain confidence and conviction is through solid…

By Marty Speight- November 25, 2019

Career Management, Career Transition, Job Search

Landing Your Dream Location (When the Job Opportunities There Look Slim)

David Miller (MBA ’12) shares insights from his recent job search and desire to return to Virginia. When I first moved to Charlottesville over 9 years ago, it immediately felt like home. During my two years at Darden, I embraced everything the city had to offer: the University of…

By David Miller- October 23, 2019

Career Transition, Job Search

Will Predictive Analytics Help You Get Hired?

Management job seekers at every level are facing increasingly complex hiring processes that often include assessment tests. Darden Alumni Career Services uncovers what these tests are all about.Human resources departments are getting in on the game of predictive analytics — that is, using data to predict trends and behaviors. One…

By Marty Speight- September 17, 2019

Career Management, Career Transition, Job Search

What Are You Worth? Executive Search Expert Shares Top Tip

Compensation negotiation is one of our most common coaching topics. The most common question our coaches receive on this topic is “How do I respond to ‘What are your compensation expectations?’” Candidates struggle with knowing their worth, especially if they are pivoting or haven’t made a move in several…

By Jennifer Coleman- August 20, 2019

Advisory Services, Career Transition, Job Search, Networking

Alumni Spotlight: Babette Fernandez (EMBA ’12) Shares Insights From Recent Search

Have you ever said, “I hate networking,” because it feels like a chore? I totally get it. While I am an extrovert, networking can feel like work, and who wants to ask someone to help you find a job? Everyone’s busy, right?It’s all about mindset. Don’t…

By Babs Fernandez- July 10, 2019