Student Education Programs

Friday, February 1, 2008
10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Builders & Destroyers
Jim Paluch (JP Horizons, Inc.)

Every great thing that has ever been accomplished or will be accomplished has or will happen through great people. But, what are the qualities that make a difference and how can you surround yourself with people who have them? In this energizing and highly interactive seminar, Jim Paluch helps participants see that there are only two types of people in life: “builders” and “destroyers.” Through a fun look at yourself and those around you, you’ll learn what creates destroyers and the “five important things” that builders consistently do.

As a result of participating in this program, participants will be able to:

1. Identify if they are a “builder” or “destroyer”.
   (Management)

Friday, February 1, 2008
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Look Out Private Club World – Here I Come
Crystal Thomas, MCM (Crystal Clear Concepts)

Graduation day is in sight and you are convinced that a career in club management is for you. You absolutely have the right attitude and personality to do an outstanding job!  Now what you  need is knowledge about how to get your foot in the club door. You want this special training to help you:

• Know how to respond to a job posting;
• Prepare your application package for the position that will get you an interview;
• Get ready for the interview; and
• Know how to select your attire for the interview.

As soon as the ink is dry on your diploma, you want to walk into a rewarding career that you know is just tailor-made for you! Bring it on!

As a result of participating in this program, participants will be able to:

1. Know if a particular position seems right for them.
2. Gain a huge amount of confidence.
3. Increase the chance of being selected.
   (All Competency Areas)

Saturday, February 2, 2008
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
The Power of the Professional Three
Tiffany Dawn-Hamilton (Corporate Etiquette and International Protocol Consultant)

In three to seven seconds, a first but lasting impression is made based on your professional image, business and social etiquette especially if you‘re dining! Three seconds to make and three weeks to change! Make sure that you’re remembered for all the right reasons by improving how you look, act and eat. Put The Power of the Professional Three into action so you avoid making potential faux pas and can concentrate on turning contacts into contracts! (All Competency Areas)

Saturday, February 2, 2008
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Marketing with No Boundaries
David Porter (Belfair)

This program offers students the opportunity to see that in private clubs there are no boundaries to marketing. This is not about selling memberships or how to create, advertise and sell widgets. This session will give students a path to follow of how to create a club culture. It will give the “how to” approach for developing internal and external strategies and programs for members, guests and staff. (Marketing)