No matter the professional level, we can all benefit from learning how to succeed in our careers. Whether a well-seasoned professional, a management trainee, or a service level employee, this course will help you enrich your career by honing your professional behavior and networking.
Through industry expert support and resources, this course is designed to prepare you for success in any chosen career. You will develop the habits and attitudes you need to perform effectively in the job market. You will identify a mentor to add value to your career. You will analyze your relationships and develop a practical approach for engaging your LinkedIn network. You will differentiate between networking and networking with intention. You will also discover the most effective ways to ask for help from your peer or professional group. Finally, you will evaluate the best methods of adjusting your career path at various stages of life.
Successful Career Development
Offered By
University System of Georgia
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week
1Career Habitudes
Welcome! Congratulations on your commitment to enhance your career! This course is designed for professionals in various stages of career development and success. So no matter if you are a young professional just starting out, a mid-career manager, a pre-launch executive, or a seasoned professional seeking to re-purpose a career and launch Career 2.0, this course will interest you. Our team of faculty will introduce you to the concept of Career Habitudes, guide you through finding a mentor for whatever stage you are at, NetWeaving your way through networking, and building authentic relationships. As a team of professors and higher education leaders, we are passionate about helping you make the most and best of your career. We look forward to helping you on your journey!
In this module, we will introduce the key concepts and principles for developing career-enhancing "habitudes" as introduced by Dr. Tim Elmore, author of the Habitudes series of books. Research indicates that having the "wrong" attitude is the most common reason why young professionals lose their jobs. This module will provide valuable advice on how to develop the kind of habits and attitudes you need to succeed at any career stage.
9 videos (Total 29 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes
9 videos
Introduction to Career Habitudes3m
What Are Habitudes?1m
Why are Habitudes Important?4m
Habitudes and Career Success3m
Habitude Examples4m
Habitudes and Leadership3m
Habitudes for Mid-Career Professionals2m
Career Advice from Dr. Tim Elmore4m
5 readings
The Learning Objectives2m
Managing The Toughest Generation15m
Four Reminders I Received from the Baseball Hall of Fame Induction10m
The Power of Habit: Charles Duhigg at TEDx16m
Why You Will Fail to Have a Great Career, TEDx Talk by Larry Smith20m
2 practice exercises
Career Habitudes, Practice Quiz20m
Career Habitudes10m
Week
2Finding a Mentor
Establishing a relationship with a mentor can be one of the most beneficial and rewarding professional relationships. Regardless of level of career, a mentor will add value when paired correctly. This module will assist you with clarifying the expectations of a mentored relationship, identifying the areas that you feel will add value based on your personal needs, and introduce the difference between a mentor and a sponsor. Mentors can serve different purposes.
2 videos (Total 8 min), 7 readings, 2 quizzes
7 readings
Learning Objectives2m
How Great Leaders Inspire Action18m
Clarifying Expectations of the Mentor Relationship15m
Examples of Mentoring10m
Coaching vs Mentoring15m
How To Get A Mentor10m
Power of Mentoring10m
2 practice exercises
Test Your Knowledge!20m
Mentor Found!12m
Week
3NetWeaving: Networking with Intention
In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of "NetWeaving" as introduced by author and networking expert Bob Littell. One of the most important career skills turns out to be a person's ability to create and maintain trusted relationships, both internally within the organization, as well as externally within the business community. NetWeaving promotes three skill sets, and several action steps, that can contribute to building and maintaining trusted relationships. The three skill sets are categorized as connector, law of reciprocity, and network.
8 videos (Total 28 min), 5 readings, 2 quizzes
8 videos
What is NetWeaving?1m
NetWeaving vs. Traditional Networking2m
NetWeaving as a Career Enhancement Tool2m
NetWeaving Skills3m
The Five Levels of NetWeaving4m
Three NetWeaving Mistakes to Avoid6m
Career Advice from the Chief NetWeaver4m
5 readings
The Learning Objectives2m
Best and Worst Practices for Growing Professional Networks15m
11 Ways to Build Trust10m
Rediscovering Personal Networking: Michael Goldberg TEDx19m
The Power of Introverts, TED Talk by Susan Cain10m
2 practice exercises
NetWeaving, Practice Quiz20m
NetWeaving Quiz10m
Week
4Practical LinkedIn
In this module, you will be introduced to the best practices for enhancing your career (and your job search) via LinkedIn. Without a doubt, the best tool for connecting business people is LinkedIn. As of August 2015, LinkedIn has more than 313 million members in over 220 countries, and is adding new ones at the rate of two new members per second. This module offers practical LinkedIn advice and instructions on how to best leverage your skills and abilities online.
1 video (Total 5 min), 6 readings, 3 quizzes
1 video
6 readings
Learning Objectives2m
Navigating your Network / Tips for Getting Started10m
Differentiating Yourself10m
What are Employers seeking?10m
What LinkedIn won't Tell You10m
Become a Field Expert using LinkedIn10m
2 practice exercises
LinkedIn Practice Quiz20m
LinkedIn and Your Search10m
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started a new career after completing these courses
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got a tangible career benefit from this course
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got a pay increase or promotion
Top Reviews
By SB•Nov 22nd 2016
Its a great course where we learn many tips to make our career successful! Thank you!
By MA•Dec 20th 2018
Its very useful in incorporating skills in learners.
Instructors
Dan Stotz
Director, Online Executive EducationMichael J. Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University
Elke M Leeds, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President of Technology Enhanced LearningAcademic Affairs
Ana T. Baida, Ed.D.
Executive DirectorDepartment of Career Planning and Development
Wes Rhea, J.D.
Senior LecturerInformation Systems
About University System of Georgia
The University System of Georgia is composed of 28 higher education institutions including 4 research universities, 2 regional universities, 12 state universities, 13 state colleges and the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. The Georgia Public Library System, encompassing 61 library systems throughout Georgia, is also part of the University System.
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