by Gregory Heller | Sep 15, 2022 | Episodes
On this episode, I speak with Jeff Perry, founder of More Than Engineering. Jeff graduated from the Hybrid MBA program at Foster in 2020. Originally trained as a mechanical engineer, Jeff has worked in software, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering. But now, he...
by Gregory Heller | Sep 1, 2022 | Episodes
Portia Obeng is a social media strategist with over 10 years of experience in social media strategy and content management. Her current focus is supporting individuals and organizations in their use of LinkedIn and Instagram. Our conversation focuses on how anyone,...
by Gregory Heller | Jul 5, 2022 | Episodes
On this episode, I share advice from three members of the Foster MBA class of 2022 on the career search and interviewing. Hear from Elizabeth Daly, Tyson Colledge, and Christine Pham on the importance of knowing your story, and how they prepared for MBA...
by Gregory Heller | Jul 5, 2022 | Episodes
On this episode, I share some advice from three members of the Foster MBA class of 2022 on how to have a successful internship. Hear from Tyson Colledge, Elizabeth Daly and Christine Pham on the importance of networking, asking questions, and trying new...
by Gregory Heller | Jun 1, 2022 | Episodes
Mikaela Winter graduated from Foster’s Evening MBA program in 2021 and shortly thereafter started a job as Program Manager on Microsoft’s Global Energy Team. On this episode, we discuss how she pursued and MBA career in energy and sustainability. While...
by Gregory Heller | May 13, 2022 | Episodes
On this episode, I speak with Jeremy Schifeling. Jeremy is co-author of the book Linked: Conquer LinkedIn, Get Your dream job. Own your future with Omar Garriot. Before getting his MBA from Michigan’s Ross school of Business, Jeremy worked in education,...
by Gregory Heller | Mar 25, 2022 | Episodes
UW Foster School of Business Assistant Professor of Management Kira Schabram joined me to talk about her research into callings, compassion and burnout. Burnout has a clinical diagnostic framework. It is not just feeling exhausted. Burnout is when exhaustion is...
by Gregory Heller | Mar 3, 2022 | Episodes
On this episode, I have a conversation with Mack Hopen, Foster MBA Class of 2022. Mack is an active member of the NetImpact club and a leader of the Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Club at Foster. He came to Foster in pursuit of a career in the sustainability...
by Gregory Heller | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Have you ever wondered when you should follow up with someone who’s give you an informational interview? I’ll share three tips in under six minutes to answer this common job seeker question. A big part of the internship and job search strategy for MBA...
by Gregory Heller | Nov 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
On this episode I speak with Rachel Hester, Foster MBA 2018. Rachel went to work for Nike in a finance manager role after graduating, and in a little less than a year moved into a role in sustainability Finance. Since we recorded this conversation during the summer of...
