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Catapult Workshops
Catapult Workshops: The Meis Student Development Center was created by the Scott College of Business to offer our students professional development opportunities as they progress through their college career. This program is known as Catapult and offers different workshops, networking events, and professional panels covering many different topics and also works with ISU’s Career Center to offer workshops, resume advice, mock interviews, etc.
You must attend three Catapult workshops and submit a 500 word summary of your experience including what you liked best/worst. You need to include a list of the events you attended with your summary. You will attend these workshops on your own time so plan accordingly.
Your participation in Catapult is worth 25
Social Media in the job Search
Presenter(s) of the catapult: Matthew Hetzel
The three most important points that you learned from the catapult are:
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The first important point that I have learned from the catapult is the fact that many employers use the social media in job search. This is because it is an inexpensive and easy way of screening people. Therefore being present in the social media network can help me identify job opportunities. It can also help me interact with employers and market myself online.
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The second important thing that I learned from the catapult is the way I can use the social media networks to help me search for a job. Employers are present in the social media networks and the way I present myself is important. I learned about the employer’s turn on and turn offs. My social presence should match with the professional image that I would want this employers to see. I also need to show passion and interest in my future profession.
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The third important thing that I learned from the catapult is how I can use linked in to get a job. I learned that linked in is a site where I can manage my professional identity. It is very different from Facebook in how I connect with people and how I manage my profile. I learnt about the basic skills of connecting to people in positions of interest and how to stay connected. I learned that linked in is a great way of getting my C.V. online showcasing my skills and experience.
Provide a specific example of how and where you will use/apply item 1 above in your marketing plan (1 point) ____
The first item that I learnt is knowing that employers use social media networks in job search. In my marketing plan I will ensure that I am clear with what I want, who I am and what I can offer. I will also decide on what I will reveal. For example, I will avoid personal entries, use a professional photo and leave high value comments on the social media networks.
Provide a specific example of how and where you will use/apply item 2 above in your marketing plan (1 point) ____
Item 2 is the way I can use the social networks in searching for a job. In my marketing plan I will apply this by managing my online profile. I will create a good and professional public image. For example, on my professional accounts, I will describe my skills and experiences. I will also ensure that my social presence conforms to my professional image.
Provide a specific example of how and where you will use/apply item 3 above in your marketing plan (1 point) ____
The third item is how to use linked in. linked in being a platform where I can mange my identity, I will fully complete my profile in the marketing plan. I will then place this link on Facebook, on twitter and on my email footer. I will also update my CV regularly using activities that will enhance my profitability. I will then connect to people in positions of my interest.
Problem Solving : Tools for Effective Problem Solving: College & Beyond
The three most important points that you learned from the catapult are:
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It is important to identify the problem and define it in a clear manner. Only when this occurs can a solution be found to the problem.
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Several alternatives should be generated based on research so that the most feasible solution for the problem is determined.
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The optimal solution should be selected and implemented to solve the problem.
Provide a specific example of how and where you will use/apply item 1 above in your marketing plan (1 point) ____
Item 1 will be applied when analyzing the factors that hinder the success and penetration of the product in the market. An example is when a product is performing poorly in the market. There should be an analysis to determine what causes this poor performance, whether it is the use of an ineffective marketing plan or the product is low quality and unattractive to customers.
Provide a specific example of how and where you will use/apply item 2 above in your marketing plan (1 point) ____
Item 2 will be applied when developing the right strategy to use to penetrate the market. Various options will be considered, these will then be evaluated based on their strengths and weaknesses. Some of the options that are considered are whether to use on line marketing or interactive marketing such as giving samples to the target market.
Provide a specific example of how and where you will use/apply item 3 above in your marketing plan (1 point) ____
Given that the problem has already been determined and various options developed top deal with the issue. Item 3 involves the selection of the most feasible solution to the problem. This will then be implemented within the organization.
Third catapult:
The presentation is a panel of recent ISU(Indiana state university) alums now in their careers.
the speakers have some very good insights into moving from student to professional.
