GVSU Career Center staff address key career-related topics, offering guidance and strategies for exploring, preparing for, and pursuing career opportunities.
In this episode, hosts Megan, Grace, and Dani explore the connection between astrology, personality assessments, and career exploration. Grace, a Gemini, and Dani, a Leo, share how the traits commonly associated with their Zodiac signs compare to their Myers-Briggs personality types and professional experiences. Along the way, they discuss the value of self-reflection, why personality and career assessments can be useful tools, and how understanding your strengths, interests, and work preferences can help guide career decisions. Whether you're a devoted horoscope reader or simply curious about career assessments, tune in for a fun conversation about discovering what makes you thrive in work and life!
Resources:
PathwayU Career Assessment (https://www.peoplegrove.com/products/pathwayu/)
Truity TypeFinder Personality Test (Myers-Briggs based) (https://insightfultraits.com/lp/freepersonalitytest/?vt_keyword=mbti%20test%20free&vt_campaign=22051598284&vt_adgroup=178902231091&vt_physical=9060971&vt_matchtype=e&vt_network=g&gad_source=1&utm_source=bing&vt_keyword=insightfultraits.com&vt_campaign=688822155&vt_adgroup=1329312114402751&vt_loc_interest=&vt_physical=105403&vt_matchtype=b&vt_network=o&vt_placement=&msclkid=7a4921689c6c12a1f52e4b8c016e26bf&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=P-Max%20_Personality%20Test%20_%20EN%20_%20US&utm_term=insightfultraits.com&utm_content=Asset%20Group%201)
GVSU Career Center resources and advising service (https://www.gvsu.edu/careers/)s
Learn more about your strengths, interests, and career possibilities by connecting with the GVSU Career Center!
20 Oct 2026
S9 Ep4: Scary Phone Call Stories
In this EXTRA spooky episode, hosts Grace, Dani, and Megan share their most terrifying phone call stories! From navigating phone interviews to communicating with your boss or connecting with customers, they cover tips to help you feel more confident on the phone. In a world full of texts, emails, and DMs, a good old-fashioned phone call can still be a powerful way to communicate professionally!
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6 Oct 2026
S9 Ep3: Employer Panel: Exploring Unexpected Career Paths
Host Megan Riksen sits down with Katie Born, Senior Director of Human Resources at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, and Steve Smith, Regional Talent Acquisition Manager at University of Michigan Health-West, to discuss career opportunities students may not expect at their organizations through a variety of career paths beyond traditional roles, as well as how to stand out to employers.
The episode delves into valuable ways to gain experience through volunteer programs, job shadowing, and ways to network, especially on LinkedIn!
Find out more about these organizations! 👇
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (https://www.meijergardens.org/contact/careers/)
University of Michigan Health-West (https://uofmhealthwest.org/careers/)
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