Next Great Step

Before working with Next Great Step I struggled with interviews/hirevues and typically couldn't get past the first round.

After working with the group coaching program, I received helpful tips and resources like sample behavioral questions that often come up during interviews. I was able to write my answers out, receive feedback, and actually practice during sessions. The one-on-one sessions are also super helpful, as my coach Remy made some time a few hours before one of my interviews to do a mock interview and answer any last-minute questions I had. I am very grateful for all the help!

Next Great Steps is a great program for recent college graduates. Their emphasis on networking and conveying skill stories helped me be more confident in my job search. I was able to find work within 6 months after my graduation thanks to the help of NGS!

Before I started working with Next Great Step, I found myself lacking confidence in the job search process as well as lacking validation on my resume and personal stories.

When working with them, I was able to talk to peers my age about similar issues, and from this process I gained confidence in my job search as well as reviewed and revised stories and experiences to improve my chances of getting hired. I'm still in the process of finding a job, but I have no doubt that the work with Next Great Step will help me land a job I'd be happy to have.

Before working with Next Great Step, I struggled to articulate what kind of job I wanted to pursue and was unsure of how to network. Brainstorming with Rachel helped me to identify which roles interest me the most and her guidance on email/LinkedIn outreach has been invaluable for forming connections. I feel much more equipped to navigate the job market after completing the program and would definitely recommend it to others.

I had a good experience with Next Great Step. Prior to the program, I felt pretty lost in the job search process, unsure of the best ways to secure an interview and unsure of how to act when I eventually got one. I haven't been able to secure an offer yet, but I'm more confident in communicating my skills and I have a few concrete strategies for applications that feel much less aimless. I think the accountability the program provides was the most important factor for this improvement, forcing me to practice talking about myself and to reach out to strangers in my alumni network. There's no cheat code to a difficult job market, but I think Next Great Step is definitely worth it if you need some direction for navigating the process.