Lately I've been almost overwhelmed with job search tips, mainly because I've applied to so many positions. My name is on a zillion job search email lists, and I occasionally read the career news that sites like Monster post in my emails. Topics have been making your resume stand out in the crowd, what not to say at a job interview, the top 10 things that can get you fired, etc. I have found some really interesting jobs that I think I might qualify for, on sites like GetArchivistJobs.net, Indeed.com, and SimplyHired. Many of these sites are listed on the careers page for SJSU SLIS, and I bookmarked it so I could return to it if I needed to. I even have an app on my iPad called Super Job Search, which offers websites filled with job listings, tips, and tricks to landing that perfect job.
As of right now, all I can think about is applying for a job that I will actually get. As I stated in my discussion post for this week, I've gotten a lot of rejections from jobs I've applied for because of my experience level. As much as I understand that getting rejected is just part of the application process, I can't help feeling angry and hurt that I was not good enough.
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Monday, November 11, 2013
Week 11: Team Players vs. Self-Starters
After reading the articles for this week, I can definitely consider myself a self-starter. I have already begun working on my final internship report, using the sample paper as an outline, and I have written up to 10 pages. That would be halfway for a traditional 20-page research paper, not including the references. I found out yesterday that I (finally) passed my ePortfolio, so now I can focus entirely on my internship for the rest of the semester (yay!) As of right now, I've completed the first two SLOs, which are becoming familiar with Second Life and its immersive 287 course, and developing the small virtual collection that is going to remain in Second Life. Although I think SLO 2 and SLO 3 are works in progress, of course. SLO 3 involves writing a term paper and creating a slideshow that is supposed to inspire future virtual interns in other 287 courses.
As for being a team player, I am no stranger to that, either. I was assigned my group members for LIBR 202, and I felt it was easier for them to be assigned rather than me asking people to be in a group myself. (I never brought out my best self in social situations). Then again in LIBR 204, I was assigned a group for the strategic plan, and both times, I was lucky to have gotten those people, since there were hardly any problems. I have been in groups in the past where I was the one who hardly did any work or I got caught up with at least one person who didn't get along with anyone. I believe people change as they get older, or at least most people. Sadly, some of the "bullies" in this world have remained bullies their entire lives and have had no chance of changing.
As for being a team player, I am no stranger to that, either. I was assigned my group members for LIBR 202, and I felt it was easier for them to be assigned rather than me asking people to be in a group myself. (I never brought out my best self in social situations). Then again in LIBR 204, I was assigned a group for the strategic plan, and both times, I was lucky to have gotten those people, since there were hardly any problems. I have been in groups in the past where I was the one who hardly did any work or I got caught up with at least one person who didn't get along with anyone. I believe people change as they get older, or at least most people. Sadly, some of the "bullies" in this world have remained bullies their entire lives and have had no chance of changing.
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Week 10
This week we covered general questions about assignments coming up. I have already begun working on my final report for the internship, and it has been a good way to relieve the suspense of waiting for feedback on my last 3 ePortfolio comps. I have also logged into Second Life a few times and chatted with Snow about possible upcoming projects for the virtual collection. I created a book featuring the bios and photos of the students in LIBR 287; everything I have done so far is on display on the second floor of Hampton Court Castle.
Last night, I attended the class meeting in Second Life and they discussed the upcoming Renaissance Faire. Each student will be presenting an exhibit at the Faire and will also be doing activities like jousting and listening to musicians perform. I suggested having the students provide links to their machinima presentations so I could document them for the collection, and Lori and Snow thought that was a good idea. So far, the collection has progressed extremely well, and has gotten a lot bigger since when I started. I hope to assist with presenting the final work at the Renaissance Faire when visitors arrive, and I also hope to continue with similar Second Life activities in the future even after I graduate.
Last night, I attended the class meeting in Second Life and they discussed the upcoming Renaissance Faire. Each student will be presenting an exhibit at the Faire and will also be doing activities like jousting and listening to musicians perform. I suggested having the students provide links to their machinima presentations so I could document them for the collection, and Lori and Snow thought that was a good idea. So far, the collection has progressed extremely well, and has gotten a lot bigger since when I started. I hope to assist with presenting the final work at the Renaissance Faire when visitors arrive, and I also hope to continue with similar Second Life activities in the future even after I graduate.
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