Webinar: What IECs Need to Know About Guiding Students From College to Career

Presented by Christine Rigby-Hall, M.S., founder of GradLanding and former Fortune 500 talent leader

I presented at the Independent Educational Consultants Association conference on a topic that matters more than ever: helping students move from college planning to career readiness with more clarity, strategy, and intention.

This session explored how entry-level hiring has changed, why career ROI matters more to families, and how IECs can play a valuable role in helping students build direction, skills, and real-world readiness earlier.

Key Takeaways: 

• Entry-level hiring is more skills-driven and job-ready than many families realize.

• Career readiness should start earlier, not after college decisions are made.

• Internships, applied experience, and skill-building often shape outcomes more than GPA alone.

• IECs can add value by helping families think beyond acceptance letters toward long-term fit and career ROI.

• Small shifts in advising can help students build direction, confidence, and momentum much earlier.

For those interested in the full session, click here

If you’re an IEC who wants to bring more career readiness into your advising process, I’d be glad to connect.