In this week’s episode you will hear

In the News (2:05): Andy Strickler shares some of the changes admissions offices are making due to financial pressures. (Length 14 minutes)

This week’s question (16:34): Mark and Hillary talk about the things you should not do when attending a college fair. (Length 25 minutes)

This week’s interview (41:12): Interview: What employers look for when making hiring decisions, Dawn Williamson, Chief Revenue officer of Media Solutions for Comcast Advertising – Preview of Part 3 of 3

• Dawn tells us how someone should close out their interview
• Dawn gives her advice when selecting a recommendation
• Dawn gives advice for what a parent of a 16 year old can set him/her up for job success
• Dawn tells us whether your grade point average is important in getting a job
• Dawn leaves us with some sage final advice
• Dawn tells us what she means by the importance of oxygen
• Dawn tells us what employees that grinds her gears

Mark’s recommended resource of the week : N/A

College Spotlight (57:02): Richmond U and Northeastern in London- Part 2 of 2

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