Orientation Dates Announced for LA Fellows Cohort 15

1000 Words: Questions and Answers

It can be hard to describe to people what the LA Fellows experience is before they've lived it firsthand. Knowing that a picture is worth 1,000 words, here are a few words to try to explain.

It's challenging being a job seeker and having questions that no one can seem to answer, or getting different answers depending on who you ask. The cohort experience gives Fellows a chance to ask questions in a safe, non-judgmental environment where they can learn from both the instructors and the other people in the class.

Learn more about the LA Fellows program at www.lafellows.org.  

Orientation Dates for LA Fellows Cohort 12 Announced

1000 Words: Networking, Interviewing, and Resumes - Oh My!

It can be hard to describe to people what the LA Fellows experience is before they've lived it firsthand. Knowing that a picture is worth 1,000 words, here are a few to help you visualize what it's like to be an LA Fellow.

There's an old joke wherein a tourist asks a New Yorker he meets on the street, "How do you get to Carnegie Hall?" and the New Yorker answers "Practice, practice, practice." The same is true of someone seeking a job. Although everyone would assume they know their own story, it takes practice to present it concisely and clearly in a way targeted to show an employer why they are the best candidate, whether in person at an interview or networking event, or on paper. LA Fellows provides a safe, supportive environment to hone interview skills, learn the art of networking, and craft a resume that a candidate can be proud to present.

Learn more about the LA Fellows program at www.lafellows.org. 

LA Fellows Cohort 11 Shines

 Cohort 11 of the LA Fellows program wrapped up the eighth week of training last week and are preparing for their upcoming graduation. The Fellows have enthusiastically embraced the instruction in communication and leadership, made great strides in upgrading their resumes and interview skills and taken advantage of optional instruction in Microsoft Office and grant writing.

They are in the process of starting their volunteer assignments. They have teamed up with an impressive list of organizations this time including The Trust for Public Land, Silhouettes for Vets, the Valley Economic Alliance, The Center for Nonprofit Management, Councilman Paul Krekorian’s Office, and many others.

We are looking forward to seeing all the accomplishments that will come as a result of the initiative they have taken to move their careers forward in new directions.