1. Career Pathways
Thursday, September 28th

2. Weaknesses
What are some things that might prevent you from being hired?
How can you turn your ‘weakness’ into a strength?
Try to avoid saying ‘no’ in an interview as much as possible
What are some weaknesses?

3. Importance of timeliness
Timeliness is extremely important in the professional world
It keeps business moving, but it’s also a sign of respect
How often should you check your s and voic s?

4. Password Security/Recovery
Make sure you have a strong password
Avoid birthdates/names
Add capital letters/punctuation
Have a few passwords that you use

5. alerts
Receiving alerts can help you stay in touch with job opportunities
It’s the easiest way figure out what jobs are applying
What are other resources you can use for job alerts?

6. Idealist Search for jobs on idealist
Make sure you have an account
Set up alerts
Please write down any words you don’t understand

7. Researching the company
VERY important part of the interview. Not just for yourself, but for the company too.
You want to know what you’re potentially getting yourself in to
The company wants to know if you’ve done your homework
Important information to look up
Job description
Mission statement
History
Board of directors/staff
Do you know anyone there?
In the news
What are people saying?
Do they have social media?

8. Researching the company
Please research the following companies:
Achievement Network
Citizen Schools
Posse Foundation