Holiday
break is upon us and it is the perfect time to focus on your career goals. Have
you been procrastinating all semester? How many networking opportunities did
you attend? Did you practice a mock interview in CMO? Time to get started. Believe
it or not, summer will be here soon (ignore the snowflakes outside). Start
prioritizing your internship or full-time job opportunity. Make a plan, set
goals and get started!
Goal 1: Research
Research companies that interest you including
companies where Weatherhead alumni or family friends are working. Reach out via
LinkedIn and make plans for coffee or lunch. The insight you receive from an
insider is gold. Your goal is to meet with one connection over break.
This may mean emailing a lot of people, but it will be worth it. It just takes
one person to land a lead. If you are traveling home or around the United
States, then make it a point to find someone such as neighbors, childhood
friends, family friends and family members. Weatherhead LinkedIn group
will help your search tremendously. Now is the time to seriously explore the
members and find a good connection.
Goal 2: Network
Attend a
networking event.
There are plenty to choose from during the holiday season. If you can’t find
one then volunteer and network
while volunteering. Connections can be found everywhere and
anywhere. Don’t be shy and get out there! Your mission is to attend one
networking event. Whether you are volunteering
or attending a holiday social, new connections can be made!
Goal 3: Prepare
Prepare
for an interview.
Even if you don’t have an interview lined up, it is best practice to prep before
you are invited to one. If you’re staying in Cleveland over the holiday break,
then come visit us at CMO! We are open regular hours but will be closed from
December 24, 2018 – January 1, 2019. We will open again beginning January 2. Your
objective is to conduct one mock interview (in-person or via the phone) before
classes begin on January 14, 2019. If you are not in town but would like to
practice a mock interview, then you could schedule a phone mock interview with
a CMO staff member. Please make an appointment today.
CMO has
given you three achievable goals this holiday season. Start your year off right
and on the path to career success.
We look forward to connecting with you over
the winter break! CMO can be reached at 216.368.3662 or wsom-cmo@case.edu.
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