2017 spring career guide issuu

Spring 2017

Job Search Support for International Students C R I T I C A L S T R AT E G I E S F O R H I G H - P R E S S U R E D T I M E S

Welcome to our Spring Career Guide Students from across the U.S. are telling me how anxious they are about the tightening job market for international students as well as their sense that the U.S. is becoming less hospitable for international students.

U.S. JOB SEARCH SUCCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

This Spring, I'm focusing on two programs that will have high impact for your students' job search success:

How to Network Like an American

One is Career Advising with Cultural Empathy — a musthave skill for advising professionals, given the significant international student population and their immense need for cultural support as part of their job search process

Judy Shen-Filerman Harvard MBA, Career Expert

The other is Networking, which is a skill that is more important than ever for students to acquire, given how demanding the market has become. However, it's clear students continue to need tailored and step-by-step guidance to build the confidence necessary to take action.

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TESTIMONIALS FOR THE CULTURAL ADVISING SESSIONS We're thrilled university administrators and advisors found our cultural training helpful in building their awareness of culture, explaining befuddling student behaviors and providing tactical strategies to improve advising effectiveness

I liked the comparisons of cultural differences and tangible exercises to help international students.

The role-playing exercise was particularly helpful in providing insights into how those from other cultures feel in certain situations.

Judy's 5-point coaching model for international students is a good framework to follow.

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OUR PROGRAMS

CAREER ADVISING WITH CULTURAL EMPATHY An Essential Professional Skill Understanding cultural preferences is essential to effective advising. Advisors have given us high praise for helping them bridge the cultural gap to develop strategies for improved support for international students.

Overview International students are different. They are different in their interpersonal engagement, communication styles and sense of self. Their difference stems from cultural norms that can vary greatly from that of Americans. Advisors who understand “why” international students act the way they do are significantly more effective in adapting their coaching style to fit the needs of international students, resulting in students who trust, engage, and succeed.

What is Covered • Comparisons of cultural preferences between the U.S. and countries with the highest number of international students in the U.S. • How cultural preferences impact student utilization and engagement of advisors • How an advisor can shift coaching styles to build a relationship of trust • Communication and verbiage that is well-received by students

Format ✲✲ 3 Hours — mix of lecture, discussion and role play ✲✲ Additional $60/person for individual cultural preference assessment

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FEE

$6,500 + travel, lodging & meals

OUR PROGRAMS

NETWORKING RESOURCES TAILORED TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENT NEEDS Networking is a difficult skill to master, even for Americans. International students welcome a cultural GPS with specific guidance and tools to successfully network.

BUILD NETWORKING CONFIDENCE WHEN IT MATTERS MOST In the U.S., 70% of jobs come from networking! Networking is a critical skill to develop if students are serious about finding a job in the U.S. The cultural aspects of networking present a unique challenge for International students, particularly those whose cultures frown upon self-promotion. Therefore, students need to possess a firm grasp of the "what" and "why" of networking before they can perfect the "how".

How to Network Like an American book Judy's book is a comprehensive, yet simple, step-by-step guide that provides a deeper understanding of networking, including access to sample emails, phone calls, cultural cues and other interactions.

U.S. JOB SEARC H SUCCE SS FOR INTER NATIO NAL

How to Network Like an American

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PRICE

Judy Shen-File

Here's what one student had to say:

Harvard MBA,

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Career Expert

$24.99*

The biggest difference between Judy's book from others is telling you what you should write...what you should say...I revised my pitch...I put my story into invitation emails...I made phone calls...I got an interview...I realized how useful networking is! – OLIVIA FU

20% off

*Volume Discount on book purchases (100+ copies)

Networking Video Series

PRICE

The 13 networking videos walk students through the entire networking process, from cultural concepts to implementation.

(Go to http://www.dreambridgepartners.com/how-to-network-like-an-american/ to view complete list.)

Network Readiness Bundle: Book + Video Learning Package

PRICE

The complete set of networking tools: complimentary videos included with bulk book purchases (100+ copies) 5

$1,275**

FREE (videos)

**For one academic year

OUR PROGRAMS

NETWORKING RESOURCES – CONTINUED 6-WEEK ADVISOR-LED NETWORKING BOOTCAMP This turnkey program makes it easy for advisors to implement with small groups. There's weekly lessons, student exercises, action steps, supported by Judy's book and online videos. This has been specially designed to help students who crave small group support and need focused accountability to take action. Networking matters most in the Spring and students continue to need tailored guidance to build the confidence to take action.

Weekly Topics & Learning Objectives Week

Title

Objective

Do You Have a Persuasive Story?

Refine your career story based on your industry and position

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Do You Have the Right Contacts?

Find contacts – where to look and what to look for

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Are You Reaching Out Appropriately?

Learn appropriate protocol to make contact with potential contacts

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Making a Personal Connection When You Meet/Talk

Learn how to engage contacts socially and professionally at the start of the conversation

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How to Keep the Conversation Engaging

Learn how to navigate conversations and sell yourself

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Maintaining the Relationship and Doing the ‘Ask’

Learn how to stay in touch and ask for a position when the time is right

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Ready-Set-Go Curriculum • Weekly Lesson Plan • How to Network Like An American reference

• Online Learning Platform –– Videos & Worksheets

Format ✲✲ Fee covers access to lesson plans and online platform through May 2016 ✲✲ Books discounted 20% ($20/book) — not included in fee

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FEE

$1,750

QUESTIONS & INQUIRIES For more information, please contact us: Phone: 617-395-9232 x101 Email: info@dreambridgepartners.com Website: www.dreambridgepartners.com/universities

We look forward to collaborating with you to improve your international students' satisfaction and success.

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