How Do You Write Your Career Story? Ask Design Thinking Expert Elliot Felix
Tue Aug 12 2025
Takeaways
The college experience can be overwhelming without proper guidance.Unsung heroes in student support include dining hall staff and facilities engineers.More services do not always lead to better student outcomes; simplicity is key.Building a three-tiered support network is essential for success.Design thinking is a practical approach to problem-solving in education.Finding your community can help you navigate challenges in your career.Effective leadership requires a focus on making progress, not just managing risk.Storytelling is a critical skill in today's job market.Bonding and bridging social capital are both necessary for a strong support system.In-person communication skills will be increasingly valuable in the future.Elliot Felix Essentials
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Chapters
00:00 Navigating College Life: The Importance of Guidance05:31 Rethinking Student Support: Quality Over Quantity10:34 Design Thinking: A Framework for Problem Solving16:22 Leadership and Strategy: Doing Less with More19:55 Setting the Bar Low in Strategy21:32 The Power of Storytelling in Job Markets24:05 Crafting Effective Presentations27:24 Building Support Systems for Adult Learners30:01 Rethinking Leadership and Risk Management32:38 The Importance of In-Person Communication35:34 Future Aspirations and Educational Strategies
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Takeaways The college experience can be overwhelming without proper guidance.Unsung heroes in student support include dining hall staff and facilities engineers.More services do not always lead to better student outcomes; simplicity is key.Building a three-tiered support network is essential for success.Design thinking is a practical approach to problem-solving in education.Finding your community can help you navigate challenges in your career.Effective leadership requires a focus on making progress, not just managing risk.Storytelling is a critical skill in today's job market.Bonding and bridging social capital are both necessary for a strong support system.In-person communication skills will be increasingly valuable in the future.Elliot Felix Essentials Online On SocialsLinkedIn InstagramTikTok On the Page:How to Get the Most Out of College The Connected College: Leadership Strategies for Student Success Chapters 00:00 Navigating College Life: The Importance of Guidance05:31 Rethinking Student Support: Quality Over Quantity10:34 Design Thinking: A Framework for Problem Solving16:22 Leadership and Strategy: Doing Less with More19:55 Setting the Bar Low in Strategy21:32 The Power of Storytelling in Job Markets24:05 Crafting Effective Presentations27:24 Building Support Systems for Adult Learners30:01 Rethinking Leadership and Risk Management32:38 The Importance of In-Person Communication35:34 Future Aspirations and Educational Strategies