MSP100 Career Learning Assignment 2 – Career Enhancement & Networking Reflections

This assessment has three parts, and you must do all three parts. Please submit a Word file and upload a video or include a link to a video in the cloud. While this is not an essay, you should write Part 2 and Part 3 as separate coherent pieces of text with properly constructed sentences and paragraphing; and it should have a logical flow through the different points of discussion. As it is reflective it is appropriate to use the word ‘I’.

PART 1: Elevator Pitch Video and written reflection. Often in networking situations or in a cover letter, you have very limited time to make an impression. An elevator pitch succinctly encapsulates your aspiration and motivation in 30–45 seconds, giving the listener a starting point to understand who you are and what you’re after. Record your ‘Elevator Pitch’ (30–45 seconds only) and then explain why you’ve pitched yourself the way you have. What values, qualities, attributes or experiences do you think were important to use and why? (75–100 words)

PART 2: Reflection on Networking. Drawing directly on the reading by Chesebro (2014) and the lectures in weeks 7 and 8, discuss the value of networking, your current network (weak and strong links) and what specific strategies you can adopt going forward to increase your network. Make sure to offer a definition of weak and strong links to show you understand these concepts. Use direct quotations from the reading to support your definition. Include direct quotes from the Chesebro (2014) reading at least twice. (350 words)

PART 3: Reflection on Digital Profiles. Drawing from your unit readings, argue for or against the following statement: Cybervetting is a fair and reliable practice in the employment world for everyone. Include at least two direct quotes from the readings. (300 words)