2008 Woodie Awards
Professional job-finders helping you find the perfect occupation
Samuel Bosch
Issue date: 3/23/06 Section: News
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Looking for work is an intimidating process, it is time consuming and exhausting. Seeking advice is not a sign of weakness but rather a commendable skill considering the circumstances.
When conducting the job search, networking is the difference between landing a job, and landing the job you've always wanted. Marketing yourself is, in many cases, the only way to get a foot in the door.
"Having all the contacts in the world won't help if you don't know what to do with them," said Lauren Morell, Fifth Street Capital. "You have to really show persistence and drive, it's the only way to get respect. No one is willing to put their name on the line and give someone they don't respect an opportunity."
You cannot be unprepared or be caught off guard when networking, whether it is an interview or a meeting, you must be a finely tuned machine and not buckle under pressure. To prepare for the harsh reality that is the workforce, many turn to career counselors.
It is a matter of being proactive, and exploring all of the resources available to students here at SHU. The best place on campus to seek assistance is the Office of Career Development.
Rick Delvecchio, Asst. Director, Career & Employment Planning said, "The Office of Career Development is here to provide the expertise, resources and the support necessary for students to choose an appropriate major and embark upon a rewarding career path."
Counselors assist students with defining career paths and choosing the right major.
"We provide support to students throughout their time at Sacred Heart. We assist students with awareness of available resources, skills and interest assessments, knowledge of careers and occupations, development of job search and networking skills, resume writing, interview preparation, graduate school planning and access to opportunities for jobs and internships," said Delvecchio.
It is never too late to start thinking about your career. One of the first steps of defining career orientation is selecting a major.
When conducting the job search, networking is the difference between landing a job, and landing the job you've always wanted. Marketing yourself is, in many cases, the only way to get a foot in the door.
"Having all the contacts in the world won't help if you don't know what to do with them," said Lauren Morell, Fifth Street Capital. "You have to really show persistence and drive, it's the only way to get respect. No one is willing to put their name on the line and give someone they don't respect an opportunity."
You cannot be unprepared or be caught off guard when networking, whether it is an interview or a meeting, you must be a finely tuned machine and not buckle under pressure. To prepare for the harsh reality that is the workforce, many turn to career counselors.
It is a matter of being proactive, and exploring all of the resources available to students here at SHU. The best place on campus to seek assistance is the Office of Career Development.
Rick Delvecchio, Asst. Director, Career & Employment Planning said, "The Office of Career Development is here to provide the expertise, resources and the support necessary for students to choose an appropriate major and embark upon a rewarding career path."
Counselors assist students with defining career paths and choosing the right major.
"We provide support to students throughout their time at Sacred Heart. We assist students with awareness of available resources, skills and interest assessments, knowledge of careers and occupations, development of job search and networking skills, resume writing, interview preparation, graduate school planning and access to opportunities for jobs and internships," said Delvecchio.
It is never too late to start thinking about your career. One of the first steps of defining career orientation is selecting a major.