Interview Tips with Brian Schultz

In this inspiring episode of The Corelink Solution, host James “Trig” Rosseau Sr. sits down with Brian Schultz, a seasoned leader in hospitality and human resources turned entrepreneur, to explore how faith, family, and personal transformation can redefine success. Schultz’s journey from working at iconic brands like Disney and Four Seasons to founding two purpose-driven ventures, The Interview Prep Company and The Freshwater Pearl Company, is a masterclass in finding meaning through service.

From Hospitality to Humanity

With over 20 years in hospitality, Schultz learned early that exceptional service begins with genuine connection. At Disney, he saw firsthand how joy and family experiences were crafted through intention and care. At the Four Seasons, he deepened his understanding of personalized excellence—how every detail, from a guest’s name to their preferences, could transform a stay into a memory. These lessons became the foundation for his later work: seeing people not as transactions, but as stories waiting to be understood.

Building The Interview Prep Company

When Schultz founded The Interview Prep Company, his goal was clear—to help professionals show up as the most authentic and differentiated versions of themselves. He believes an interview is not just a Q&A session, but a human exchange of purpose and potential. His method focuses less on rehearsed answers and more on alignment—helping clients uncover their core values, build confidence, and communicate from the heart. For Schultz, preparation begins with self-awareness: “The interview isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection.”

Transforming Grief into Purpose

Schultz’s second venture, The Freshwater Pearl Company, was born from personal loss. After his mother’s passing from breast cancer in 2020, he sought a way to honor her resilience and create something lasting. The company sells modern, everyday pearl jewelry with a purpose—donating a portion of proceeds to support families battling cancer. What began as an act of remembrance has grown into a mission-driven brand that has already donated over $66,000 toward cancer-related causes, with a goal of reaching $100,000.

For Schultz, pearls represent more than beauty—they symbolize strength, transformation, and endurance, mirroring his mother’s 19-year fight. “I wanted to turn grief into gratitude,” he told Trig, reflecting on how service can heal both giver and receiver.

Lessons on Leadership and Life

Throughout the conversation, Trig and Schultz explored themes that resonated deeply with listeners navigating career changes, leadership challenges, or spiritual growth:

• Be present—whether in an interview, a meeting, or with family, true connection begins with presence.
• Stay grateful—even in moments of uncertainty, gratitude fuels resilience.
• Embrace vulnerability—authentic leadership isn’t about perfection; it’s about empathy and awareness.
• Align passion with purpose—whether coaching clients or building businesses, Schultz’s guiding question remains: How can I serve others through what I’ve learned?

A Faith-Fueled Journey

By the end of the episode, listeners are reminded that success is not measured by titles or profits, but by impact. Schultz’s story is a testament to faith in action—how one man’s professional excellence, personal loss, and spiritual growth converged into a calling to empower others.

As Trig emphasized, The Corelink Solution exists to help people reach their potential through faith, work, and education—and Brian Schultz’s life embodies all three. His story challenges each of us to reflect: How can we use our experiences, even our pain, to serve a greater purpose?

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Introduction: Welcome to The Corelink Solution
02:45 — Early life lessons and the power of transformation
05:30 — Lessons from Disney and Four Seasons: building culture through service
10:50 — The value of personalization and creating memorable experiences
15:45 — How the Interview Prep Company began
20:20 — Helping candidates stand out by being authentic
25:40 — The power of storytelling in interviews and leadership
30:15 — Breaking through pre-scripted answers and connecting as humans
34:50 — Mentorship, vulnerability, and rediscovering leadership identity
38:40 — Coaching men through transition and emotional awareness
43:15 — The importance of inner work and humility in career growth
48:30 — How authenticity and gratitude shape success
50:45 — Entrepreneurship lessons: from structure to self-discovery
54:00 — The birth of The Freshwater Pearl Company
57:15 — Turning grief into purpose: honoring his mother’s legacy
01:02:30 — The mission: giving back through cancer awareness and empowerment
01:06:45 — Pearls as a symbol of strength and faith
01:09:20 — Lessons learned and the importance of staying present
01:12:00 — Closing thoughts: gratitude, growth, and giving back

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