Purpose, Advantages, and Networking Opportunities - Unlocking Career Opportunities #3

Episode #37 - Special Feature: Student Governance at INSEAD | Student Life

By joining the INSEAD MBA, you choose academic excellence, a rich diverse community and extracurricular opportunities to enhance your overall student experience. As the world's future leaders, why not leverage these opportunities and hone your leadership skills by taking on an impactful leadership position? 

For example, be the voice of your section as a class representative, be a member of a club management team for one of the 40+ clubs, help recruit for future MBA intakes as a student ambassador, or represent and advocate for the student body as a whole by being part of the student council. 

So what exactly do these different roles involve? What impact can you make and what is some advice on balancing your busy student life with these responsibilities? In this podcast episode hosts Angela and Eva speak to two students from the MBA'23J cohort to learn more. 

Purpose, Advantages, and Networking Opportunities - Unlocking Career Opportunities #3

Welcome to another episode of "Unlocking Career Opportunities with INSEAD Employer Engagement." Join us as we uncover more about the Career Development Centres Employer Engagement teams with the team Global Directors Zeynep Fouret and Henrik Jonson. We discuss the team's unique advantages including connecting students with local champions and global companies. Discover how the employee engagement team facilitates student-professional networking and the diverse types of engagements available with companies. Furthermore, we'll delve into the flexibility and timelines for joining Insead's clubs and the invaluable resource of its extensive alumni network. 

Our Guests

Zeynep Flouret Zeynep is a former M&A and project finance lawyer, Certified career coach, Financial services recruitment specialist, and diversity and inclusion champion. Zeynep is Passionate about leadership development, talent development, executive coaching, interview preparation, cross-cultural awareness training, and recruitment of future leaders. Henrik Jonson Henrik is a Business Development Strategist with 15 years of experience expanding territories and building client relationships across a variety of industries. Henrik has an extensive understanding of Education Management and business environment which has translated directly into new and add-­on business.

Content Covered

1. What is the purpose of the employer engagement team?
2. We are going to dive into the sector advisors in the next episodes. Can you describe the structure of the team? 
3. How does the CDC help students network and connect with professionals in their desired industries?
4. "What are the most effective ways to stay informed about the evolving needs and expectations of employers, and how can individuals proactively develop the skills and qualities that are in high demand?

Navigating Career Journeys with Lifelong Learning - Unlocking Career Opportunities #2

In today's rapidly evolving world, where technological advancements and shifting global landscapes continuously reshape industries, the concept of lifelong learning has emerged as a beacon of success. Embracing a mindset of constant growth and intellectual curiosity, individuals actively engage in lifelong learning and position themselves for remarkable career advantages. This transformative approach to education not only fosters adaptability and resilience, but also opens doors to new opportunities, enhances professional competence, and cultivates a deeper understanding of the intricacies within one's chosen field. By embracing the philosophy of lifelong learning, individuals can navigate the ever-changing professional landscape with confidence, agility, and the unwavering ability to seize the future's boundless prospects.

Welcome to episode two of our INSEAD Career Development Centre mini-series. Join us as we explore the lifelong career management skills imparted by the CDC, as well as how the centre helps high-potential talent navigate the job market and identify suitable career options.

In today's episode, we delve into the world of lifelong learning and its indispensable role in shaping successful career journeys. We are joined by Larry Medina, the Director of Career Coaching and Education at INSEAD, joining us as our special guest. Larry will share invaluable insights on how INSEAD cultivates impactful learning experiences for their vibrant community, ensuring continuous growth and development. As we embark on this enlightening conversation, we will explore the strategies to embrace lifelong learning at any stage of one's professional journey and discover how it propels individuals towards their desired career objectives. Furthermore, we will unravel the secrets of navigating the twists and turns in the ever-evolving business landscape, all while upholding the principles of global citizenship and making a positive impact on the world.

Larry is the Director of Career Coaching and Education at INSEAD and a seasoned professional in Student Services, Finance, Human Resources, Accounting and Operations, with 30 years of professional experience in Asia (19 years), North America and Europe. Larry is passionate about helping others reach their career aspirations through hundreds of 1-on-1 sessions and career development workshops.

1:43 - What does the CDC do to ensure INSEAD continues to offer impactful learning experiences for the INSEAD community?

3:52 - What are the different populations at INSEAD and how do their career journeys differ?

6:53 - What are some effective strategies for continually learning and growing in your career, no matter what stage you're at in your professional journey?

10:37 - How can one navigate the various twists and turns in their career journey, and continually embrace the idea of lifelong learning, to eventually achieve their desired end goal or career objective?

12:32 - Is career progression for everybody?

13:35 - What steps can one take to build a successful career while embracing the principles of global citizenship and positively impacting the world?

Partnering With INSEAD: Insights, Support, and Community_StudentLife Feature_ITK#36

Partners play a crucial role in the MBA experience, providing support, encouragement, and a listening ear throughout the intense and challenging program. They are often the unsung heroes behind the success of MBA students, offering a sense of stability and perspective during a time of significant personal and professional growth. From relocating to a new country to managing a household, partners have to navigate a unique set of challenges while supporting their significant other in pursuit of their academic and career goals. In this context, understanding the partner experience and providing support to partners is essential for the INSEAD MBA to cultivate a supportive and inclusive community. This episode discusses the experiences of a partner at INSEAD, a business school with campuses in Europe and Asia. Our guest Helen Willis shares her excitement about her partner's acceptance to INSEAD, and discusses her own decision to join him in Singapore. Helen provides advice for partners who are working remotely, including the importance of having a purpose and setting aside sacred time. The episode also highlights the support provided by INSEAD to partners, the responsibilities of a partner representative and the initiatives they organise. Helen also shares her favourite memory at INSEAD and summarises her overall experience in three words or less. Our guests: 

Dr. Helen Willis (Cognitive neuroscientist and an MBA'23J Partner) 

Our hosts: 

Angela Rachel (Student Life Officer, INSEAD Degree Programmes) 

Eva Laporte (Student Life Officer, INSEAD Degree Programmes) 

Timestamp:

01:15 - About the guest and her background 

01:45 - How did you feel about your student partner's acceptance to INSEAD?

02:35 – Decision to accompany Student partner to INSEAD 

04:13 – The INSEAD Partner experience

05:30 – How INSEAD fosters the community spirit among partners 

07:00 – Advice for Partners who may be juggling work

10:22 – INSEAD resources that are useful for personal and professional development 

11:55  – Advice for partners to maximize their time on and outside of INSEAD

13:40  – Opportunities and responsibilities of a Partner representative

16:20  – Favorite memory at INSEAD

Opportunities with the INSEAD Employer Engagement Team - Unlocking Career Opportunities #1

Episode 1 - Unlocking Career Opportunities with the INSEAD Employer Engagement Team

Welcome to a new special edition series of In The Know. In this series, we will take you behind the scenes of one of the world's leading business schools, and its Career Development Centre (CDC). Join us as we explore the lifelong career management skills imparted by the CDC, as well as how the centre helps high-potential talent navigate the job market and identify suitable career options.

Today we speak with Rhoda Yap, the Global Director of the INSEAD CDC, who will give us insights into the role of the CDC and the responsibilities of the centre's career coaches, employee engagement specialists, and operations team.

But that's not all - over the next 12 months, we will be delving into the world of employee engagement, featuring the team, individually and collectively, to focus on the different sectors they cover. We will also explore how they interact with the market and recruiters to gain knowledge and provide opportunities for INSEAD students and alumni.

So, whether you're a student looking to kickstart your career, a recent graduate navigating the job market, or an employer looking to build relationships with top talent, this podcast series has something for everyone. If you are interested in hearing from the INSEAD Employer Engagement team as they discuss best practices, trends, and strategies for career development and employer engagement, then this series is for you. Join us as we uncover the secrets of career success and the value that the INSEAD CDC brings to the world of business.

Episode 1 - Rhoda Yap

0:12 - Join us as we explore the lifelong career management skills imparted by the CDC

2:21 - Introducing our guest, Rhoda Yap 

3:05 - What is the INSEAD Career Development Centre (CDC)?

6:50 - What kind of relationships and partnerships does the INSEAD CDC have with employers and recruiters in order to provide students and alumni with job opportunities?

9:25 - What can listeners expect to learn from the Employer engagement team?