2008/2009

Career Tactics Workshops

- Gain the Professional Edge!

 

In an attempt to allow more students to participate we have changed the format of the CTWs from a one-day event to individual "stand alone" workshops throughout the year.

 

"REAL LIFE ~ Transitioning from College to Professional Work"

 

  A series of workshops designed to get you prepared for life after graduation.  Attend on or all to get helpful tips on how to JUMP START your life after graduation!!

 

Light refreshments

Door Prizes

The more workshops you attend the more chances to win a New Professional Tool Kit!!

Loaded with items essential to workplace success

 

 

 

 

 

 

"Tips on Making Your New Job a Success!"

 Professionalism in the Workplace

 

Tuesday, April 14th, 7 PM to 8 PM, RAN 155

 

Presenter: Michael Wade & Matt Chaney (Office of Multicultural Student Services)

Overview:  You landed the job and now want to keep it and advance quickly?  Professionalism in the workplace is the answer. Learn about communication, attire, leadership, etiquette, all while working in a diverse employment setting.

 

 

"How to Stay Connected After Graduation!"

  Alumni Services

 

Wednesday, April 15th, 6 PM to 7 PM, RAN 129

 

Presenter: Brandi Behrenwald (Alumni Relations)

Overview:   Just because you are leaving the University doesn’t mean you can’t stay connected.  Learn about the importance of staying connected with the University and your classmates.  Specific discussion about how to stay connected, alumni services, alumni events, and giving back to your University.  

 

"Want to Know Who is Hiring 1000,000+ Employees?"

  Federal Jobs

 

Thursday, April 16th, 11 AM to 12 PM, RAN 239

 

Presenter: Barbara Renne (College of Business Internship Coordinator)

 

Overview:   With rapid retirement out of federal employment, the nation is going to see many opportunities become available in this industry.   Federal employers are looking to hire all majors for excellent paying jobs, fast advancement, and offering student loan repayment assistance.  Join us in learning how to find federal jobs and navigate their difficult hiring process.

 

 

"Don't Let Your Money Manage You...Learn How to Manage Your Money!"

 Personal Finance

 

Monday, April 20th, 5 PM to 6 PM, RAN 155

 

Presenter: Bobby Fisher (Lake-Osceola State Bank)

Overview:   REAL LIFE has begun when you have to start paying the bills!  Mr. Fisher is going to walk you through; budgeting, paying student loans, analyzing salary, using credit cards wisely, obtaining loans, and saving for retirement.  

 

"Relocation & Making it Work for You!"

 Making Connections in Your New Job & Community

 

Tuesday, April 21st, 6 PM to 7 PM, RAN 155

 

Presenter:  Anja Wing (Mecosta County Chamber of Commerce)

 

Overview:   Moving to a new community to start a new job is always difficult.  Where do I start?  Where do I make friends?  What is there to do here?   Are some of the common questions asked. Anja Wing will get you started learning about your new community, where to go for help, and what is important to research when making a decision about what community you want to live in.

 

 

"Learning to Beat the Competition!"

 Packaging Your Resume to a Specific Employer

 

Wednesday, April 22nd, 7 PM to 8 PM, RAN 129

 

Presenter:  Gary Hiel (College of Arts and Sciences Chemistry Professor)

Overview:  You have a great resume and Career Services has reviewed it.  Now you are telling me there is more?With today’s highly competitive job market, your resume isn’t complete until you have done your research and prepared your cover letter and resume to a specific employer.  Learn what is included in a cover letter that makes the employer smile.  Learn how to really read a job posting, how to research the employer, and how to figure out what the employer is looking for so you can beat your competition! 

 

"Adjusting to Your New Life?"

 Dealing with Transition & Change

 

Thursday, April 23rd, 11 AM to 12 PM, RAN 129

 

Presenter:  Julie Rudolph (Educational Counseling and Disability Services)

 

Overview:  Are you the person who can’t sleep the night before a big day?  Or struggle with accepting change?   Ms. Rudolph is going to help you learn about managing stress during your transition from the college environment, you have become comfortable in, to the professional workplace you may have never encountered before.

 

 

 

 

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Auto-Owners and Career Services

 

 

 

 

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Workshops brought to you by:

Career Services

 

Questions? Contact Career Services at careerservices@ferris.edu or call 591.2685

Last modified: 4/6/09

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