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Hire Possibilities Events
We’d love to see you at one of our upcoming events.
Seattle Book Club
September 10, 2026 - Enneagram & Your Career Event
TBD - More details to come shortly!
Washington State Alumni Association
September 28, 2026 , 1 pm - Virtual - Crimson to Career: Authors & Insights: The Self-Aware Interview
Join current students, alumni, and hiring professionals for a dynamic book club experience featuring WSU alum Carolyn Illman (’07), author of The Self-Aware Interview: Essentials for Every Enneagram Type.
Read the book at your own pace, then join us for a live virtual session to hear directly from Carolyn about how she developed her approach—and how you can apply self-awareness to stand out in interviews.
Whether you’re exploring your first internship or hiring talent, this is a unique opportunity to learn across career stages and strengthen the Cougar network.
To prepare for the session with Carolyn, it is encouraged, but not required, that you read her book. It is available for purchase here. As you read, take notes. Mark passages you have questions about or that stand out to you.
VILLAGE BOOKS, Bellingham, WA
October 24, 2026, 6pm - Author Q&A
Discover how understanding your interview style can help you communicate with greater confidence, connect authentically, and stand out in today’s competitive job market.
Registration is required to save your seat!
Village Books Readings Gallery
1200 11th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
North Seattle College
October 1, 8, & 15, 7:30-8:30 pm - Virtual - Confident Interviewing For Professionals in Transition
This course is designed for professionals navigating a career change. Whether reentering the workforce, switching industries, or simply looking for something different. Through practical exercises, guided reflection, and behavioral interview question training, participants will learn how to confidently tell their story, showcase transferable skills, and align with roles that match their values. We will focus on tools like the STAR method, self-assessment frameworks, and values-driven narratives to help you shine in any interview.
Hire Possibilities
TBA - Hire Circle Monthly Roundtable (Virtual)
Discussions about hiring, interviewing and building great teams. Email us to be added to the monthly invite!
Hire Possibilities
TBA - Hire Circle The Self-Aware Interview Book Club (Virtual)
Free virtual discussion about The Self-Aware Interview. Bring your questions for Carolyn! Email us to be added to the monthly invite!