Career Beats by Esade

There is no doubt that our careers play a significant role in our overall happiness. Research has shown that the more satisfied we are with our professional lives, the greater our overall well-being. But what is the best strategy for finding a job that aligns with our values and gives us a sense of purpose?In this episode of Career Beats, we meet Alison Edmonds, Executive Coach, Fo

Feeling fulfilled, making a positive impact, and serving the public—those are the main motivations that draw people to a career in intergovernmental organizations. It’s the chance to contribute to the public good and make a difference in others’ lives. But how easy is it to navigate this job market? What does it take to break into reputable institutions like the European Parl

In the first part of this episode of Career Beats, we talk with accredited executive coach and TEDx speaker Toni Liu about understanding your value and embracing your professional strengths. In the second part, we follow her through an exemplary coaching exercise designed to help you build the confidence needed to advance your career. Presented by Carmen Gonzalez, Associate Directo

Have you ever found yourself wishing you had been more confident, outspoken, or straightforward in your career? You’re not alone. Building self-esteem is essential to advancing professionally. It’s not about being arrogant or overestimating your abilities—it’s about understanding your unique value and embracing your strengths. In this episode of Career Beats, we speak with

Have you found yourself in situations at work where you wished you had trusted your own voice and been more influential? Do you feel that increasing your influence and learning to speak at the right moment will help advance your career? If you're nodding your head, you should listen to this episode of Career Beats with Alison Fragale, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and profes

At times, you may feel unsure whether you are on the right path with your career or what is the unique value you bring as a professional. Do you know why you do what you do? Finding your purpose is essential to develop an authentic and meaningful career. The Associate Director of Esade Careers, Carmen González, talked about it with Carol Santos Moreira, Career Mentor, Coach and Fo

Most Middle Eastern and Gulf countries are in the middle of a profound transition to reduce their reliance on fossil fuel exports. The rising diversification of their economies offers a significant opportunity and a growing need for management consulting. Carmen Gonzalez, the Associate Director of Esade Careers, discussed these opportunities with Hassan Elhaj, Partner at Oliver Wym

Sustainability has become an imperative to address in the way individuals live, businesses operate and governments function. Issues like circular economy, diversity and inclusion, or decarbonization are all on the agenda with no turning back. Companies play a key role in shaping this future, but are they walking the talk? What are the highlights of such development and what's still

Amazon has revolutionized not only the way we do business, but also the way we live. Much of what we do — shopping, reading, listening to music — is connected to Amazon. Moreover, the professional growth and career opportunities within the company are endless. In this episode we talked to Alexandra Schmidt, head of Human Resources for Amazon EU Stores. She holds vast experience

Why is pursuing a career in consulting such a good option to fast-track your career? Why is it one of the most desired career paths for most business school students? For decades now, strategy consulting has been seen as an excellent career option that allows you to be exposed to multiple industries, work on many different projects, and interact with top companies to solve real bus