tuesday, january 17, 2012

• Welcome. Prayer and your job search, by an outside guest. Sets the tone of the entire conference and provides a basis-of-thought for attendees.

• Inspirational Presentation. Attendees start learning about the job search process by confirming the spiritual basis of all right activities.  On outside guest shares inspiring suggestions for a prayer-based job search.

•  Self-Discovery.  Understanding yourself ... your personal values, goals, and interests ... is critical for a successful career-seeker.  Learn how to do this, without getting overly "psycholgical" about yourself.

wednesday, january 18, 2012

• Self-Directed Job Search.  In this session, attendees learn the “nuts and bolts” of successful job searches. Networking, informational interviews, using the internet properly, “100 leads,” and more.

• The Hidden Job Market. Learn how most jobs never are advertised, and how successful job-seekers find incredible opportunities by "talking with people, NOT with computers."

•  Building Your Resume and Cover Letter. Learn about writing a “killer” resume that opens doors and gets interviews. Functional and chronological formats; what to include, what NOT to include, and more.

•  Resume/Cover Letter Labs. Get started on a new resume and or cover letter, or polish your existing one. One-on-one tutorial.

thursday, january 19, 2012

• Graduate School.  In this session, you'll learn the "good and bad" about applying for graduate school.  How to find the university that's right for you ... how to get in ... and how to pay for it!

• Alternative Activies After Graduation.  Thinking about a "break year" after graduation ... travel, community or volunteer service, a non-professional job?  Learn how to do it withOUT adversely affecting your longer-term career.

• Interviewing Skills. You’ve been invited for an interview; now what? Learn the ins-and-outs of successful interviews … how to express yourself properly, and how to ask penetrating and thought-provoking questions.

• Negotiating the Best Offer. Conference participants learn how to negotiate the best offer possible (yes, it IS expected). Salary, benefits, perks, and more!

• Professional Dress.  This event ... the ever-popular "professional fashion show" ... helps you learn the do's and don'ts about what to wear for interviews.  Lots of fun for everyone!

friday, january 20, 2012

• Social Media and Your Job Search.  LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and other social/professional media are become an ever more important part of a successful job search.  Learn how to use them properly, and what common mistakes can hurt your job search.

• Employer Panel.  New for 2012.  A group of human resources professionals from various companies and organizations will be on hand to share their suggestions on how to submit winning job obligations ... and how to avoid their "pet peeves" that can kill your chances of getting a job offer.

• Informational Interviews. Each conference attendee has a one-on-one telephone “informational interview” with a Principia alumni or friend. Your chance to speak, first hand, with someone who knows the field in which you’re most interested!

• Mock Interviews. Participate in a “real” interview with a visiting professional. Your chance to put into practice what you’ve been learning. Each interview is videotaped, then critiqued by a Principia faculty or staff member, immediately afterward.

• Networking Reception. Your chance to join with other conference attendees and invited guests in a formal “cocktail” reception where you can network with leading professionals.

• Closing Banquet.