Selling the Ultimate Product-YOU! 21 May 2008 Selling the Ultimate Product-YOU! Tips for Interviewing Success: You've created the ultimate resume and got your foot in the door. The interview is scheduled and now you need to make the right first impression. Liz Handlin, CEO of Ultimate Resumes, returns for a second Webcast to give you the "Do's and Don'ts of Interviewing." This one hour Webcast will help you prepare for the interview, overcome objections and help you successfully close the interview. If you missed Liz's first Webcast, "Creating the Ultimate Resume," you can still view it in the archived Webcast section of the Webcast calendar. Each participant will get a FREE copy of Liz's e-book, "Interviewing Made Easy!" which includes sample questions that real interviewers use every day.

Explore the Ellis College Online Library--October 3, 2007 03 October 2007 Do you need to conduct research for your next assignment, but are not sure where to begin? Interested in expanding your network by joining a professional society, but not sure what's available? Tired of conducting searches online and not getting the results you were looking for? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then join us for a live overview of the Ellis College online library. Take advantage of the many resources available to Ellis students and learn how to be successful in your online searches. Get a tour of our virtual library from the Ellis College Manager of Library Services and start exploring the library!

Conversation on Networking 19 September 2007 Change the way you think and feel about networking. For some, networking can seem like a challenge, but networking and relationship expert Steve Smolinsky has a winning strategy to help you effectively use your time to develop and build quality personal and professional contacts. During this one hour Webcast, Steve will share simple, proven networking strategies that you can use everyday to help you build and maintain relationships. You'll learn how to initiate conversations and network successfully. Steve Smolinsky has extensive experience as a business founder, owner, and consultant. He's currently a marketing professional faculty of The Wharton School of The University of Pennsylvania and is President of Benari LTD, a strategy and marketing consultancy. He recently co-authored the book "Conversation On Networking: finding, developing and maintaining relationships for business and life."

The Fundamentals of Financial Planning 18 July 2007 Join A.G. Edwards Financial Consultant, Susan Milanak, to learn about the fundamental issues for novice investors. In her webcast, Susan will discuss why people need to invest, the importance of planning and introduce different investment options. You will learn how to build a balanced portfolio, make informed decisions, and keep more of what you earn.

Explore the Ellis College Online Library 31 May 2007 Do you need to conduct research for your next assignment, but are not sure where to begin? Interested in expanding your network by joining a professional society, but not sure what's available? Tired of conducting searches online and not getting the results you were looking for? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then join us for a live overview of the Ellis College online library. Take advantage of the many resources available to Ellis students and learn how to be successful in your online searches. Get a tour of our virtual library from the Ellis College Manager of Library Services and start exploring the library!

Creating the Ultimate Resume (Professional Development Series) 23 April 2007 Creating the ultimate resume doesn't need to be a chore. In fact, it is much easier than you think! Resumes have and will change over time, so it's important to include the right information to sell your skills and talents to potential employers. During this one hour Webcast, Liz Handlin, CEO of Ultimate Resumes, will debunk well known resume myths, help you prepare a resume that highlights your skills and talents, and provide insight in how to make the most of your job search. We'd like to use sample resumes during the presentation, so please submit resume examples to student_life@ellis.nyit.edu. Your personal information will be confidential. Whether you're starting your job search or interested in changing careers, this Webcast will help you create the ultimate resume.

Trumping Trump: Developing a Monster Marketing Plan 20 February 2007 People always claim to have the next big idea, but what if yours is truly it? Marc Kramer, author of five books and faculty at the Wharton School of Business, talks about how to develop the big marketing ideas that will differentiate you from your competitors and make your company and product memorable. During his presentation, Marc will discuss how companies achieved success and offer you tips on how you can create your own successful marketing strategy.

Psychologists at Work 15 February 2007 Are you interested in pursuing a career in psychology, but are overwhelmed by your options? There are many different subfields in the discipline of psychology that range from clinical psychology, to sports psychology, to school psychology to health psychology, to engineering psychology, just to name a few! Do you need someone to help explain the differences between the various degrees available (PsyD, Ph.D, MSW, MS, etc.)? If so, plan on attending this Webcast! We will be discussing the many options a psychology major has in terms of additional academic training and career prospects. This Webcast, hosted by the Ellis Behavioral & Social Sciences faculty coach, Dr. Kathleen De Sousa, will feature a panelist of Ellis faculty who will describe their varied educational training and professional experiences to attendees. Panelists will also field questions from students, all in an effort to help students clarify their future career.

Super Productivity: Start Creating Impact 24 January 2007 Do you ever hear yourself saying "there is never enough hours in the day?" Do you feel like you get to the end of the day and you haven't achieved anything? Do you wonder if your 'to do' list is never going to be completed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Webcast is for you. International Productivity Expert, Neen James, will share her practical advice on how you can start creating impact with Super Productivity. It's not about time management; it's about focusing your time, effort and energy in the things that will deliver the best results for you. Stop just being busy and start achieving! Neen James recently relocated her business from Sydney, Australia, having worked with some of Australia's leading corporations as an International Productivity Expert. She received her MBA from Southern Cross University and enjoyed a successful senior management career in a range of diverse industries.

Achieving Success Through Originality In Your Work (Ellis Learning Series) 11 January 2007 Plagiarism: Using the words or ideas of another without clearly acknowledging the source of those words or ideas. The January 11th Webcast 'Achieving Success Through Originality In Your Work' treats of plagiarism as a serious form of academic dishonesty in the online learning world. This Webcast, hosted by Dr. Tim Duszynski, Dean, and featuring Dr. Jeanne Widen, Core Faculty-Humanities, School of Arts and Sciences of Ellis College, will help students to know: what is plagiarism, how to avoid using plagiarism in academic work, why plagiarism in an academic context is so serious, about plagiarism in an online world, remedies and consequences for plagiarism. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in lively conversation about plagiarism.

Tour the Ellis College Virtual Campus: Part II 04 January 2007 If you missed our first Webcast on December 18th, then here's your second chance to get a personal guided tour of the features of the new virtual campus. Chief Learning Officer, John Kruper, will introduce you to the new features. Learn how to create and join Groups with other students, maintain a Friends list and manage upcoming due dates and events through the new Organizer. Spots are filling up fast, so be sure your register now for this exciting event!

Tour the New Virtual Campus 18 December 2006 The latest release of the Virtual Campus features a number of exciting features that will enhance and improve your learning experience! Beginning December 14th, you'll be able to create and join Groups with other students, maintain a Friends list and manage upcoming due dates and events through the new Organizer. Take a guided tour of these new features with John Kruper, our Chief Learning Officer, and see how you can "click" with other students!

Race Your Business 30 November 2006 Both business and rally are races against time. The seminar discovers rally attributes and racing intelligence benefits for business. It includes imaginative presentations emphasizing racing analytic and its reflection on leadership, teamwork, communication, planning, change management, risk and quality control. Author, Faculty member and former rally racer Dr. Alex Glushkovsky has over 25 years of industrial, consulting and lecturing experience. He is certified by the Professional Risk Managers' International Association (PRMIA) and was elected Fellow member of the Royal Statistical Society in the UK.

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft 15 November 2006 Is it safe to give your credit card to a waiter? Is it risky to drop your mail in the corner mailbox? Can you tell a real form on the Web from a fake one? Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America. Protect yourself first to avoid spending time and money to clean up after an identity thief. During her one hour webcast, Linda Lindemann will tell you about the latest identity theft scams and give you advice on how to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

Create an Extraordinary Customer Experience (Create an Extraordinary Customer Experience with Lior Arussy, President, Strativity Group) 26 September 2006 Customer Experience is a strategy and not just a program. It is at the core of the company's value proposition and customer relationships. Effective Customer Experience Management (CEM) strategies enable companies to create true competitive advantage by moving the strategic focus from product to customer. Effective CEM strategies deliver fast, measurable return on investment within 6-9 months. Learn how to create a lasting, profitable relationship with your customers through the transformation of your strategies and execution to revolve around the customer experience. Ensure that each part of your company delivers on their share of the total positive customer experience.

How to Handle a Bully Boss 21 September 2006 We spend more time at work than in any other activity. When we join an organization, we enter a new community with expectations to make a difference and be part of something greater than we can accomplish on our own. Every human being has instincts for greatness. We instinctually want to do well and be included on the winning team. Yet many organizations often become harvesters of politics, power, control, arrogance and egos that fill the organizational space with invisible street signs that say "don't go there," "you can't do this," "you don't know that," "save face," "blame" and "protect." A Bully Boss can affect a company's drive to succeed, but the impact may not be noticeable until it's too late. Judith Glaser, CEO of Benchmark Communications, Inc., Faculty, The Liminal Group joins us for another thought provoking web cast to help us understand a difficult boss, and she'll provide you with the skills to transform your bad boss relationship into a good one.

How to Read Faster- On Paper AND On-Screen (How to Read Faster- On Paper AND On-Screen) 23 August 2006 When was the last time you had any reading training? If you're like most, it was back in elementary school. This webcast may be the quick tune-up your eyes and brain deserve. Author and business productivity specialist Abby Marks-Beale of the Rev It Up Reading program has been helping busy professionals work smarter, faster and just plain better. Her programs on faster reading, email management and time management help people reduce workplace stress through the knowledge of skills. She has worked with over 100 client organizations including Fortune 500 Companies, small businesses, government agencies, associations and schools. She is the founder of The Corporate Educator, LLC; a speaking and training company that helps people learn the essential work skills they weren't taught in school through keynote sessions, workshops, teleclasses, online learning, personal coaching books and other educational products.

Global Warming: The Inconvenient Truth 03 August 2006 Please join us for our first open movie discussion on the recent theatrical release, An Inconvenient Truth. This film chronicles former Vice President Al Gore's worldwide campaign to educate the world on the impact of Global Warming. Gore has devoted the last 30 years to speaking on Global Warming and outlines the necessary steps we must take to solve this growing problem. We encourage you to watch the new film, An Inconvenient Truth to prepare for this live event. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, we welcome anyone interested in discussing this important topic. We'll incorporate ideas from the film and other sources into our discussion. Come ready to chat and bring an open mind. Instructor Josh Dobkins has an extensive background in teaching and studying Biology and will lead the discussion. He currently lives in Florida where he teaches science courses and spends his time volunteering for programs dedicated to protecting sea turtles and manatees.

Creating We: The DNA of Leadership (Creating We: The DNA of Leadership with Judith Glaser, CEO of Benchmark Communications, Inc., Faculty, The Liminal Group) 21 June 2006 Creating We: The DNA of Leadership will show you how important it is to create a healthy environment for your organization. But this webcast isn't just for leaders. It's for anyone who is interested in making a positive change in their organization, but needs the tools to do so. Judith has been working with CEOs and their teams for over 20 years to help them focus on competitive challenges without losing sight of the customer's needs. Judith Glaser is one of the most innovative and pioneering change agents and executive coaches in the consulting industry. Her two books Creating WE: Change I-Thinking to We-Thinking & Build a Healthy Thriving Organization and The DNA of Leadership, made Amazon Business Book Best Seller Lists in 2005 and 2006, and were also selected by both Forbes and Business Book Review as two of the top business books of 2005 and 2006.