Career resources
Articles, guides, and tips drawn from the 20 skills in Dr. Baptiste's book — written for students and early-career professionals who want to stand out.
You spent four years building technical knowledge. But when you walk into an interview, employers are watching something else entirely — how you communicate, how you carry yourself, and whether you can add value from day one. Here's what they're really looking for.
Each article maps directly to a chapter in the book.
Before you update your resume, take 30 minutes to map your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This one exercise changes how you present yourself to every employer.
Most candidates are interested in getting hired. Very few are truly committed. Dr. Baptiste explains how to demonstrate the difference — and why it matters more than your GPA.
Employers consistently flag communication as the #1 gap in recent graduates. From email etiquette to face-to-face presence, here's what to work on before your next interview.
You don't need years of experience to add value. You need the right mindset. Dr. Baptiste breaks down exactly how entry-level candidates can show employers they're worth investing in.
If you're constantly scrambling to meet deadlines, the problem isn't your schedule — it's your system. Here's a simple framework to take control of your time before you enter the workforce.
The final chapter of Becoming Employable is about continuous improvement — small, consistent gains that compound over time. Here's how to apply Kaizen to your career from day one.
Every article on this page is drawn from the 20 chapters of Becoming Employable. Get the full book — or enroll in the online course for video lectures, daily activities, and direct access to Dr. Baptiste.