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This edition of TraveLOG takes on topics from the world over, including the benefits of study abroad; what NOT to do when picking a study abroad program; tips for financing international internships; the advantages of multilingualism; the best regions for women; and creating culturally savvy resumes.
Read on for more!
Careers: Secrets Of The Successful Global Businessperson
Being successful in the global business environment takes seven special skills. These skills may be developed before entering the global workplace, or honed in the global environment. Either way, possessing most, if not all, of the seven is critical. To learn what the top seven global business skills are, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/hot_topics/sweden_hansson_global.asp.
Featured Country: Finland
If you interview for a job in Finland, chances are the boss may be a woman. In Finland’s very egalitarian, Lutheran culture, both women and men almost equally share all societal roles; men and women both share responsibility for both the nurturing role of family living, as well as the business role of work and government. You can be doing business in Finland as easily with a woman as with a man. For more on the work culture in Finland, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/countries/Finland/finland_living.asp.
Language Study: Uncle Sam Wants You To Study Language and Culture
Think military maneuvers are the only thing members of the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) study? Think again. The U.S. Department of Defense recently announced $2 million in grants to start an ROTC program focusing on the study of languages and cultures around the world. Components of the program include study abroad opportunities and scholarships, distance learning and other technology, and tutoring and mentoring. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/june07_us_language.asp
Study Abroad: New Study Says International Learning Boosts Employability
There are now even more reasons for college students to consider studying abroad. Nearly three-quarters of human resource executives say study abroad is an important factor when they evaluate resumes of job candidates for junior positions. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/june07_general_study.asp
Generations: Does Tethered and Tech-Savvy Define Newest Workers?
Are you a college student or recent grad born since 1985? If so, you may be causing some consternation among employers as they seek ways to integrate you into workforces dominated by older workers. More tightly tethered to technology and parents than prior generations, your so-called “millennial” generation may bring changes to traditional workplace cultures. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/june07_general_generations.asp.
Job Search: Is Your CV “Culturally Correct”?
The first impression you make on a prospective employer will be your resume or curriculum vitae (CV). Make a cultural misstep with it and you may not get the job. Since resume and CV guidelines are in a constant state of flux, you need to do your homework to learn what your document should look like for the jobs you want now. You also should know what to update it if your country or professional focus changes. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/june07_general_cv.asp
Finances: Research Money Options For International Internships
While they look great on a resume, international internships rarely do much for the pocketbook. Fortunately, help is often available to students willing to research options for financial support. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/june07_general_internship.asp
Teaching Abroad: Which Job Is Best?
Eyeing teaching jobs in another country? Once you pick the location and start receiving offers, you’ll need to make sure you accept the job that’s right for you. Issues to consider include content of the job, the work team and environment, resources and growth opportunities. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/june07_general_els.asp