The following is a summary of a blog posted by Tim Elmore on his blog- Growing Leaders, which can be found at http://growingleaders.com/.
This blog written by Mr. Elmore gives readers an example of hsi friend having a bad experince working with interns. This article shows that his friend thought his interns would be perfect for the job, but turns out the interns were not prepared for the "real" world. Elmore states that, "An internship is a twelve-week interview." An internship is not for you to be on your phone or not paying attention. It is for you to practice what you'll need later in life. Elmore gives his top qualities for what mentors look for in their interns: teachability, initiative, responsibility and energy. He also stated that interns should have a great work ethic, great attitudes and a great passion for their jobs. Mentors want their interns to enjoy what they are doing and not slack off.
2. Some concrete things I can do to make sure I am making a good impression during my year-long interview include being intuitive and listen to everything my mentor tells me. I need to gain all the information I need to retain for my college learning and career. I can also show him/her that I can maintain the responsibility to handle multiple tasks and keep up with all they are telling me to do.
3. The most relevant thing I found in this article was when Elmore stated that interns should not only have the want to persue their career interest but mentors look for that in them. They look for "giftedness"; the talents that match what they need in their organization. Interns need to have the passion for their certain career field that want to persue. They do not need to just do something they do not want to do.
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Monday, August 11, 2014
Week 1 Assignment: Reflection on Podcast and Handout
After reading the handout and listening to the podcast about making a positive first impression and getting to know my mentor, I learned many points that are listed below:
~You need to have a positive attitude when you meet your mentor and co-workers.
~Smile, keep eye contact, offer a firm hand-shake, and tell your mentor your name.
~Let your positive attitude shine throughout every interaction you come in contact with.
~Dress professionally
~You should always speak louder than your clothes or acessories.
~Tell your mentor that you are excited about the opportunity to work with him or her and confirm it to them.
~Get to know your mentor with some "conversation starters," like "how did you choose your career?" and "What do you think is the most important factor in success?"
~Prepare to answer questions such as, "What can you tell me about you?" and "What is your goal from this mentorship?"
~Give examples of your achievements, interests and personality.
~Be honest and willing to talk to your mentor.
~It is better to ask questions before you dedicate time to doing something incorrectly.
~Take time to understand your company's protocall and if they use email or face-to-face conversation.
~Take initative on your tasks. You start with small tasks then ask for big tasks when you are ready to take it.
~Always arrive on time to your job.
~Listen to your mentor and follow his or her directions.
~Don't get attached to the "gossip girl"; take time to realize who are the hardworkers and who are the slackers.
~ Talk 20%, listen 80%
~ Track your accomplishments and show your boss what you have completed.
~You will be in the 'real world' and using 'real world' rules.
I envision from my mentorship the training and real-world experince I need to take to college and succeed in my potential major. I want to get my feet wet in the field of Athletic Training and see if that is the major I want to study in college. The actions I will take to get the most of my experience will be to intitive to my mentor and complete every task they give me on time and with my full ability. I will follow their lead and not slack off on the job as well. This mentorship will prepare me for college because it will get my feet wet, like I stated earlier, in the field and see if I will enjoy it in the future.
~You need to have a positive attitude when you meet your mentor and co-workers.
~Smile, keep eye contact, offer a firm hand-shake, and tell your mentor your name.
~Let your positive attitude shine throughout every interaction you come in contact with.
~Dress professionally
~You should always speak louder than your clothes or acessories.
~Tell your mentor that you are excited about the opportunity to work with him or her and confirm it to them.
~Get to know your mentor with some "conversation starters," like "how did you choose your career?" and "What do you think is the most important factor in success?"
~Prepare to answer questions such as, "What can you tell me about you?" and "What is your goal from this mentorship?"
~Give examples of your achievements, interests and personality.
~Be honest and willing to talk to your mentor.
~It is better to ask questions before you dedicate time to doing something incorrectly.
~Take time to understand your company's protocall and if they use email or face-to-face conversation.
~Take initative on your tasks. You start with small tasks then ask for big tasks when you are ready to take it.
~Always arrive on time to your job.
~Listen to your mentor and follow his or her directions.
~Don't get attached to the "gossip girl"; take time to realize who are the hardworkers and who are the slackers.
~ Talk 20%, listen 80%
~ Track your accomplishments and show your boss what you have completed.
~You will be in the 'real world' and using 'real world' rules.
I envision from my mentorship the training and real-world experince I need to take to college and succeed in my potential major. I want to get my feet wet in the field of Athletic Training and see if that is the major I want to study in college. The actions I will take to get the most of my experience will be to intitive to my mentor and complete every task they give me on time and with my full ability. I will follow their lead and not slack off on the job as well. This mentorship will prepare me for college because it will get my feet wet, like I stated earlier, in the field and see if I will enjoy it in the future.
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