The Art of Conversation
| Date |
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
6:45 - 8:30 p.m. |
| Location | Alumni Lounge - View maps and directions |
| Instructions for Guests | Check-in: Please arrive at 6:45 p.m. to check in and pick up your name badge. Attire: Please wear business casual (see examples). |
| Cost | Free! |
| Registration | Please register by Monday, February 17th. Register |
| Sponsors | The Business and Economics Department and the Office of Career Development and Calling |
Event Description
Undergrad students, this event will help you develop the networking skills to feel confident when setting up informational interviews and attending networking events like career fairs. You'll be able to practice your networking skills with alumni in a casual environment in which do-overs are expected!
You'll learn three important networking skills:
- How to make small talk
- How to talk about yourself
- How to make a good final impression
For each skill area, you'll see a brief presentation of tips and then practice the skill in a networking activity with alumni and professionals.
Event Itinerary
6:45-7 p.m. | Check-in
7-8:30 p.m. | Networking tips and activities
- Icebreaker: The Art of Small Talk
- Small groups: The Art of Humble-Bragging
- Open networking: The Art of Final Impression
Alumni Participants
During the event, you'll be able to connect with alumni from areas such as: Marketing/Public Relations, Human Resources, Finance, Consulting/Project Management, Social/Nonprofit, Technology, and Biomedical.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your registration, please email career-development@bethel.edu.
Questions?
Contact Erica Nelson in the Office of Career Development and Calling at ericanelson@bethel.edu or 651.638.6460.