Practical info about the course and its requirements. Attendance policy: required and optional class meetings. Career talks with industry insiders; proposed speakers. Assignments and deadlines. Internship requirements. Paperwork related to internship. Possible internship providers. You will meet AAU Career Development Specialist and will learn how you can benefit from individual career counseling.

These are the first activities where you will begin to reflect on who you are and how you want to be presented - Your brand

CV dos and don'ts, section to include and exclude, tips on perfecting your CV.

Writing a cover letter: why bother about it and how to stand out from the crowd. LinkedIn profile - an important element of professional portfolio. Applications through job sites and company's websites. Other application materials that might be required to submit.

Networking: who, where and how? Confidence pillars. Conversation starters. Body language. Self-presentation and elevator pitch. LinkedIn - a powerful networking and job search tool. Being visible and being an active user. LinkedIn dos and don'ts. Career development with the help of professional community.

Purpose of a job interview and your role there. Interview types. Before, during and after an interview: what to do and what to avoid. Dealing with nervousness and getting rejected.

Conflict resolution. Challenging situations you can face at work: how to deal with them. Salary negotiations: who initiates, when is the best time and how to approach this uneasy issue. What is a burnout and how to prevent it.

No class meeting. Time slot reserved for mock interviews. - Arrange your mock interview individually for this time slot. - Individual consultations on internship search and feedback on assignments. Tip: if you chose to write an Individual Career Plan, use this time to work on it.

No class meeting.

1st Guest Speaker of the semester- David Merten's, CEO Light in the Dark, President at HQImpact. The topic is Storytelling. I've used him for other programs I run and you don't want to miss this master storyteller. Be sure your phone is charged...you'll be using it for some interactive activities. As we discussed in class, as humans, we communicate using non-verbal and verbal techniques. We REMEMBER when we're told a story. Related to your interviewing techniques this is intended to teach you the art of story telling so that when you're telling YOUR story, your audience (sometimes of 1) remember you. DATE: Wednesday, April 8th 6-7:30pm Room 2.07 (NOTE THE CHANGE OF LOCATION AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS) TOPIC: Storytelling - How to be remembered GUEST: David Merten, CEO Light in the Dark NOTE: Be sure to be on-time to get credit for the talk, of which you need 3 of 5 to pass the class. If you are late by even 10 seconds, I will not mark you present. Why? Because it's not polite and will be disruptive to his talk which he'll need to start promptly at 6pm to finish on time. That's my use of negative reinforcement to modify behavior. Another lesson in management, no extra charge. You're welcome. - Jeff, junior storyteller Optional. You are required to attend 3/5 career talks.

Blake's background for context of the source of his content: www.linkedin.com/in/blakewittman/ Presentation will compare and contrast what to expect when working in Europe VS the USA covering legal, common company policies and cultural differences. DATE: Wednesday, April 15th 6-7:30pm Room 2.07 (NOTE THE CHANGE OF LOCATION AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS) TOPIC: Working Environment in the US VS Europe and How to Stand Out as a Candidate (aka how to get a job) GUEST: Blake Wittman, Chief Growth Officer GoodCall Recruitment Academy Also, as a recruiter and coaching HR firm covering Europe, Blake will discuss the following: NAIL YOUR JOB INTERVIEW & LAND YOUR FIRST JOB! You’re graduating. Your LinkedIn is polished. Your CV is ready... but how do you impress hiring managers and get the offer? Join this interactive workshop to uncover the 20 secret weapons interviewers look for—beyond just your resume. From body language to confidence tips, from tricky interview questions to the hidden rules of getting hired, we’ll cover it all. What you’ll learn: - What makes you stand out (for the right reasons) - How to sell yourself without feeling awkward - Why being likable is just as important as being qualified - The #1 mistake that could cost you the job—and how to avoid it Whether you’re job-hunting in the U.S., Europe, or beyond, this workshop will give you insider tips to ace any interview. Don’t miss out—your future employer is waiting.

Guest Speaker #3 of 5 This talk was a 'fan favorite' last semester. These very senior HR specialists from Novartis will talk about the Novartis hiring process (very similar to any major Fortune 500 organization)...AND they'll share the Do's and Dont's regarding on-line branding (Facebook/IG/Linked-In), Resume/CV content and Interviewing. I promise you, you'll like this one. Also, bring a freind if you want. This talk is open to the Anglo community and will be held in 2.07 to accommodate a larger audience. DATE: Wednesday, April 22th 2-3pm Room 2.07 (NOTE THE CHANGE OF TIME AND LOCATION) TOPIC: Overview of the Recuiting/Hiring Process along w/ Do's and Dont's on your path to getting a job GUESTS: Novartis HR Specialists Simona Kopnická, M.A. Early Career Business Partner Switzerland Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner TechOps University Relations Lead Czech Republic Tereza Štempecová Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner Talent Acquisition / P&O COE Talent & Development Guest lecture to catch 3 of 5 required to pass the course.

Pavlina is the managing director of Ewing. one of the top 4 Marketing/PR Consultancies here in Prague and has been a partner with Anglo American since 2023 as a mentor for the PR in Practice program as well as a judge at the end of the semester competition through our partnership with the Association of PR Professionals (APRA) which began the same year. During each Fall semester she directs a team from the Introduction to PR course in an actual field engagement with a real client - directing the students to create a strategic plan using the RACE strategic planning model along with PR/Marketing tactics to drive a desired goal/objective which the client desires. She is very enthusiastic and engaged and a student favorite among the mentors. This article from 2021 towards the end of the pandemic reveals alot about her engaged and determined leadership style. She clearly has a 'true north', with boundless energy and determination and commitment. A great role model for your students generally and for women in business, specifically. https://www.mediaguru.cz/clanky/2021/01/ewing-letosni-rok-bude-pro-komunikaci-narocnejsi-nez-lonsky/ You are required to attend 3/5 career talks.

Guest speaker: Nancy Hayes, Executive Coach, Mentor to Women-led Startups, Angel Investor, Founder, IBM global executive. Review her bio for inspiration...and ask whatever you'd love to know before you hear out on your own journey. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyhayes2/ Link to Google Form where to post your question:: https://forms.gle/9dLMjvbebVLkeWB16 You are required to attend 3/5 career talks.