Embracing the Virtual for Networking, Job Search, and Work- Hosted by Penn State Great Valley Alumni Society
Embracing the Virtual: Applying lessons learned during the pandemic to job seeking, networking and working.
Sometime in the last 12 months, most people accepted virtual tools as a substitute for other types of interaction and work. A means to an end. A temporary solution to a temporary problem. While there is good news on the horizon, these temporary solutions will likely be part of our lives on a more permanent basis. There was a lot that wasn’t great about these tools, but employers and employees have found that these tools actually offer some benefits. Job seekers found benefits in the equalizing impact of virtual engagement as they removed geographic and other barriers.
During our time together we will take a deeper dive into the following questions:
- What problems did technology solve?
- What problems did it create?
- What more permanent changes to job seeking and working do we anticipate?
- And most importantly, what did you learn about yourself?
In this webinar, you will learn how to:
- Be able to state at least three ways technology will play a positive role in your job seeking
- Develop ways to understand how potential employers view remote work and how they handled the pandemic
- Identify barriers and develop plans to “embrace the virtual” as a solution
Networking Opportunity: Optional networking breakout sessions will be available for any interested participants following this session until noon.
Cheryl Bonner's Bio: Cheryl Bonner is a Career Services Professional and author with over 30 years of experience as a career program director and counselor, working in various higher education settings including private and public universities and community colleges. She is currently the director of Alumni Career Services at Penn State. In this role, she supports the career and life management needs of all Penn Staters. A graduate of Millersville University with a B.S. in Education and an M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling, she is also the co-author of the book, “Your Career Planner.” Her public speaking includes topics on career planning, personal branding, professional development strategies and serves as an annual speaker for My Career Transitions.
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