Monday, June 19, 2023

Focus on new opportunities

 

June Blog: Part 2

 

Hi There!

 

I hope you are continuing to have a fantastic summer! Speaking of summer, it is a great time to focus on new opportunities,  experiences, and goals you may have. This could be related to your future career goals or perhaps be related to applying for college. It could include exploring housing options once you are finished with school or starting a new hobby that brings you fulfillment and joy! Check out our list of things you can do this summer that will help set you up for success in the future!

 

Happy Summer!

Megan

 

  1. Apply for a summer job. Many businesses and local organizations are interested in hiring for the summer!
  2. Explore colleges online that have programs similar to your interests.
  3. Not sure what you want to do in the future? Take a career interest and/or skill aptitude test!

 

https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/best-free-career-assessment-tools

 

  1. Volunteer. Find organizations in your community to get involved with! This can be a great way to build your professional (and personal!) network. This website helps match volunteers to opportunities in their areas

 

https://www.volunteermatch.org/

 

  1. Build your resume. Consider taking online courses that provide certificates or tangible experiences in your area of interest.

 

https://grow.google/certificates/#?modal_active=none

 

  1. Find a new hobby! There are plenty of ways to get involved in new or old hobbies! This might include joining an intramural league through your local Parks and Recreation Department, taking art classes at a local art studio, or taking cooking classes at a local restaurant. Summer is the perfect time to take time to invest in yourself!

 

List of Different Hobbies to Try:  https://theeverygirl.com/hobbies-at-home/

Seven Tools to Find People with Similar Interests: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/6-tools-find-awesome-people-similar-interests/

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