Module #11 Introduction

Introduction

Practice, Practice, Practice - Plan Your Work... Work Your Plan!

We are beginning to wind down the semester. I know you are happy to hear that! You have spent the semester planning your work and now it's time to work that plan!

We listened to your feedback, so these last few weeks are going to focus on sharing more video interviews and doing your informational interviews. We will also be finishing up reading GRIT and addressing some of the key elements for you to take away from your reading. For those who want to be entrepreneurs, we have a curated course (Provocations) for your to take that will set you up for success!

Don't lose focus now! You are so close to the finish line.

Module Objectives

  • Kick start your career through informational interviews - this week you will schedule the interviews
  • Listen to another amazing interview with a Disney Executive in Entertainment
  • Give you a deep dive into how to create your own business if that is what you choose to do in the future

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

  • Schedule your interview with a professional in your area of interest
  • Understand more about leadership
  • Understand how to start their own business as a consultant and the things they may want to consider before beginning as an entrepreneur
  • Work your plan!

In this week's module you will be asked to:

  • Explore Research Jobs and Responsibilities (this is ongoing throughout the semester)
  • Resources Look at LinkIn Learning course for starting your own consulting business
  • ReadingRead Chapter 11 and 12 - GRIT, The Power of Passion and Perseverance
  • Email Schedule Send out Zoom interview appointment

Graded Assignments this Week

  • Schedule date for interview

Next Week/Module

Practice, Practice, Practice - Be Bold & Confident

Link to class Schedule here.

Reminders

Due 4/14: Project 1 - Comprehensive Genre Spreadsheet