ECO Newsletter 1.26.17
Return from Winter Break Edition
Return from Winter Break Edition
In his landmark 1985 book, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, famed author and educator Peter Drucker wrote about an entrepreneurial society and its impact on economic development. “Entrepreneurship rests on a theory of economy and society,” he wrote. “The theory sees change as normal and indeed as healthy. And it sees the major task in society — and especially in the economy — as doing something different rather than doing better what is already being done.” What does it mean, then, to live in a society that is becoming more entrepreneurial?
"You've heard it before: The best way to land a new job is through networking and making connections. But many people are stumped as to what that means and how it plays out in reality, unless you're lucky enough to have been offered positions throughout your career. What exactly does making those connections look like, and how should you approach it?
Tips on how to more persuasively communicate your skills and accomplishments to impress interviewers: http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/articles/2016-11-16/4-ways-to-improve-your-interviewing-success
"Today, Vault released its annual ranking of the 50 Most Prestigious Internships. This year, the ranking was based on a survey of more than 11,000 interns and former interns at more than 100 firms. Our survey asked interns to rate the prestige of other employers in order to determine which internships are the most desirable." (Derek Loosvelt)
"Coming into UVa, I knew that I wanted to major in something that is theory-based and can give me solid quantitative trainings."
Ying is now an analyst at Cornerstone Research
"Economics is one of the most important topics that explain everyday life"
Ms. Cherry is currently the Strategic Director at North Caroline Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA).
Read about 10 jobs that match up with many of the skills Economics majors are equipped with: https://www.thebalance.com/top-jobs-for-economics-majors-2059650
Note, although this article includes a Top Ten List, the ECO does not claim that these are the "Top Ten" jobs for majors. This list is meant to be one resource in your search and provide food for thought.
Learn tips on how to prepare for any 'surprise' question in an interview: http://www.vault.com/blog/interviewing/tips-for-coping-with-difficult-interview-questions?utm_source=WCU_Letter&utm_medium=Newsletter&utm_campaign=09_27_2016&referer_ID=7778&utm_source=&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=93828
Part 2 of two articles for Economics majors, written by Professor Bill Conerly.