A Night of Networking

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1 A Night of Networking Dowling 745 Monday, March 10, :30 8 pm Sponsored by Tufts Career Center, Tisch College, and The Leonard Carmichael Society

2 Welcome to this evening s program. We encourage you to speak with as many of our volunteers as possible. To facilitate this process, please join small group conversations already in process, rather than forming lines. Please keep in mind that our roster is subject to last-minute changes. CAN T THINK OF WHAT TO ASK? Which of your jobs and experiences have been most helpful in preparing you for your work? Which skills or qualities are most important to be effective in your job? How would you describe your environment and the people with whom you work? From your perspective, what are the challenges of working in your type of role? Which criteria would you recommend for evaluating prospective employers and career paths? Which college courses and experiences have proven most valuable in your career? How are grades/gpa considered in the hiring process? How has your work affected your lifestyle and personal values? What obligations does your employer expect outside of work? Which professional journals, associations and organizations can help me learn more about your field? Are there trends or changes in your industry that I should be aware of? What is a typical career path at your organization? How does your employer support your professional development? Will my education prepare me for a job in your field? If not, how can I improve my candidacy?

3 Careers in the Common Good: a Night of Networking 2014 Participating Alumni Elizabeth Aguilo, LICSW Mental Health/English, J86 Executive Director, Payne Senior Services Lisa Brukilacchio Occupational Therapy, BSOT80 Director, Somerville Community Health Agenda, Cambridge Health Alliance John Cisternino Philosophy, A96; J.D. (Harvard, 2008); M.A. and M. Phil, Philosophy (Columbia, 2000) Director of Research, The Tobin Project Elizabeth Cohen Clinical Psychology, minor in child development, LA97; MPH from Boston University Executive Director, Families First Parenting Programs Moises Cohen International Relations, A11 Development Associate at BUILD Maddy Conway Anthropology, A13 Development Operations and Communications Coordinator, Reach Out and Read Katrina Deutsch B.A. University of Michigan (English and Communication Studies), Ed.M. Harvard Graduate School of Education 2010 Recruiter, Peace Corps Susan Dickason Political Science and Spanish, A04; J.D. Suffolk Law School in 2010 Individual Giving Officer, United Way Caroline Diczok Greek and Latin; Art History, A10 Assistant Director, Tufts Fund for Arts, Sciences & Engineering in University Advancement Kali Forbes den Heijer B.A. Creighton University (History), Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy (focus on Political Systems and Theories, Public & NGO Management), Fletcher School 2012 Finance Director, WorldTeach, Inc.

4 Kenneth Fan Computer Engineering, E01; International Relations F07 Director of Business Development & Finance, CFO, COO, Addgene Pamela Goldstein Anthropology & Sociology, J88; MPA (Masters in Public Administration) Director of Development and Communications, National Immigration Project of the National Lawyers Guild Grace Hollister International Relations/ French, J02 Director, Deworm the World Initiative Evidence Action Stacy H. Kaplan, LICSW Child Study and Spanish, A96; MSW, Boston College Graduate School of Social Work 1999 Private Practice working mostly with children and adolescents, Consultant/Supervisor at Family Service of Greater Boston Jenny Karl, MS, RD M.S. Nutrition Communication, N06 (Combined MS/Dietetic Internship through Tufts) VP of Marketing and Communications, New England Dairy Promotion Board Ali Mehlsak Political Science, A09; Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, expected 2016 Senior Account Executive, CSR/Social Impact, Cone Communications Kira Mikityanskaya International Relations, A11 Senior Coordinator, America Forward, New Profit, Inc. Tram T. Nguyen, Esq. Sociology/American Studies, A08; J.D. Northeastern University School of Law Equal Justice Works Attorney Fellow, Greater Boston Legal Services Devorath Ruiz Child Development, A04 Health Promoter at Brigham and Women s Hospital Tara Salomon Child Development/Psychology, A12 Developmental Specialist, Thom Boston Metro Early Intervention

5 Andrea Savage International Relations A06; MA of Sustainable International Development, the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University; Kinship Conservation Fellowship, 2013 cohort CarbonPlus Program Manager, EcoLogic Development Fund Aaron Schutzengel Philosophy, A07 Director of Program Operations & Strategy, Year Up Leah Staub-DeLong Community Health/American Studies, LA08 Senior Portfolio Analyst, New Profit, Inc. Ellen M. Thompson Child Development, J81; M.Ed. Human Development & Reading, Harvard Graduate School of Education 1983 Program Manager, Community Schools, Department of Human Services, City of Cambridge James Weinberg Psychology/Classics, A00; M.S. in Public Policy and Management, Carnegie Mellon University Co-Founder & Partner, AchieveMission Founder, Commongood Careers Adam White Engineering and International Studies, A09; Master s Degree in City Design and Social Science from the London School of Economics Co-Founder, Atlas Workshops, Inc.

6 TIPS FOR NETWORKING AT EVENTS R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Relationship Building - It s about the people, not the food don t arrive hungry. Do NOT ask for a job! Wear name tag on your right shoulder so that it can be seen easily. Enthusiasm - Enthusiasm and positive energy are contagious be sure to project a positive attitude. Make eye contact when speaking with someone. A positive attitude - enthusiasm confidence can go very far. Develop a Can DO attitude not a what can you do for me attitude. Smile and Shake hands - Make the first 5 seconds count with a warm smile and a firm handshake. Introduce yourself include first and last names and use your script, form small groups, introduce others include them in the conversation. Hold beverages/food in your left hand so that your right hand is free to shake hands. Posture - Stand tall and look confident (even if you re not!) Enter the room with presence - stop, look, approach. Don t slouch, don t lean. Engage in conversation - Arrive with 3 topics to discuss and remember to ask open-ended questions. Spend 5-8 minutes, allowing enough time to speak to as many people as possible. Enter into small groups and conversations do not stand in line. Practice graceful exits It s been a pleasure talking to you. DO NOT SAY gotta find a ladies room, get a drink, talk to someone else [more interesting] Cell phones OFF at all times. Thank people - Remember to ask for business cards to send thank you notes to anyone who has spoken with you or given you contacts. Follow up with the contact names that you have been given Always send them thank you notes too. Printed with permission from A+ Etiquette, January 2012

7 How Will You Introduce Yourself? Write Your Script! Your Thirty-second Script : Make it brief and memorable. Create a script in advance and incorporate one or two key points that relate to your background and goals. Example: My name is Jane Fields and I m a senior sociology major. I just completed an internship at Bridge Over Troubled Water working with teens, and would love to hear about how you became a director at the Big Brother Association. Example: My name is Alex Robinson and I m a sophomore exploring careers and internship opportunities in non-profits. I was wondering what you enjoy most about your work with organization? Example: My name is Sam Smith and I m in the graduate program in Child Development. I m exploring internships in schools and other educational settings and am interested in learning more about your work at Citizen Schools. YOUR TURN:

NEW - Tufts Career Advisory Network

NEW - Tufts Career Advisory Network N E T W O R K I N G & I N F O R M AT I O N A L I N T E R V I E W I N G WHAT is Networking? Networking is a process of asking people you know (and the people they know) for information, advice, ideas or