Summer Sessions 2013
2013 Summer Sessions: Tools for Success
Rollins students and alumni, and their families and friends are invited to attend a special summer workshop series!
Enhance your professional skills and overall employability by attending sessions that will educate and inspire you. Presentations will be facilitated by leading professionals in their fields.
Dates: June 11, 18, 25 and July 9, 16, 23
Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Bush Executive Center, Rollins College Campus, Room 108
Cost:
Students & Alumni: Free.
Family Members & Friends: $25 per person per session.
Registration:
Students & Alumni Register Here
Family Members & Friends Register Here
Topics and Facilitators
Networking is Not a Bad Word!
June 11, 2013
Jane Trnka, SPHR, Executive Director, Rollins MBA Career Development Center
Determine the networking strategies that will result in relationships that benefit you personally and professionally. Enjoy this interactive session where you will meet others, build rapport and learn to think on your feet in a safe environment.
Creating Your Personal Brand to Market Your Skills and Personality
June 18, 2013
Ken Merbler, MBA, Sales Professional and Motivational Speaker
What do you do? How do you add value? These seem like easy questions, but they can be challenging to answer. Receive an expert’s insight and tips on how to leverage your skills and personality to create a brand as unique as you and encourage others to want to learn more about you.
Presentation Skills in the Classroom and Boardroom
June 25, 2013
Priscilla Berry, D.A., Berry & Associates Communications Consulting
Speaking in front of others is one of the — if not the — most intimidating things to do for many people. Yet, at times we need to present information to engage an audience and demonstrate our knowledge. Learn techniques and tips to be prepared, as well as what to do and what not to do during the presentation.
Goal-Setting for Your Successful Career
July 9, 2013
Mark Freeman, Ph.D., Mark S Freeman & Associates, LLC
Whether you are seeking your first job, are in transition, or are thinking about the next role in your current organization, it is important to approach the process in a strategic, goal-oriented manner. Dr. Freeman will share his insights from studies as well as practical and applicable steps you can take as you conduct your search.
Business Etiquette – Making a Positive First and Lasting Impression
July 16, 2013
Priscilla Berry, D.A., Berry & Associates Communications Consulting
The attire you wear, how you conduct yourself while networking, and even selecting the correct fork during dinner contribute to the impressions you make while meeting with others. The ideas and concepts you learn during this session will help you to be more aware of your tendencies and provide guidance on how to address them, ensuring you are making a positive first and lasting impression.
Social Media tools – How Important Are They for Your Career?
July 23, 2013
Peggy Jackson, MHR, SPHR, Leadership, Team Development & Career Consultant
Learn how to effectively utilize social media tools, particularly LinkedIn. Leverage your personal brand; enhance your network; and gather useful, real-time data on contacts, companies and business markets. Bring your own laptop to build or improve your LinkedIn profile during class.
