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A Cure for Procrastination
No full textWelcome to this workshop today. A cure for procrastination. What we hope to do today is to give you some useful strategies that will help you reduce procrastination, particularly in relation to your studies
What I Gained From Volunteering in Community Work and Mental Health
No full textJames volunteers as a community leader, in mental health and multicultural communities. He talks about what he has learnt through volunteering. He also shares how Burmese and Australian view mental health differently. According to him, educating the Burmese community about mental health is crucial
Perspectives of an employer and an employee
No full textAfter starting as a bookkeeper and receptionist, Ceci was promoted to a manager and then an operations manager. She created systems for operations to train new staff. Royce is her employer and discussed how Ceci has proven herself, and what he values in a good employee. Ceci shared what she has learnt on the job and Royce confirmed her growth in skills. Her important contribution to the clinic chain was acknowledged
Have a go and see how far I can go!
No full textAfter her studies at Swinburne with Migrant English and Cert IV Accounting and Bookkeeping, Ceci embarked on a bookkeeper and receptionist role. She developed her skills into a managing role as clinic manager. As the business expanded, she created processes and became the operations manager
My Study, Work and Volunteering in Melbourne
No full textJames is a refugee from Myanmar (Burma). He felt supported in his studies at Swinburne from AMEP to a bachelor degree. He works at Swinburne, firstly as a pathway counsellor and now as a Student Success Coach. He also volunteers, in various capacities and is interested in Mental Health. He talks about how the Burmese community can seek information about work directions and what attitudes can help a refugee succeed. He also shares what he has learnt from working
Assessment Map - Student Success Coaches
No full textAn overview of the Assessment Map tool for time management
Studying and working at Swinburne
No full textJames shares how Swinburne supported his studies as an AMEP student through to a bachelor degree. He continues to work at Swinburne as a pathway counsellor and is now a Student Success Coach. He discusses what he has learnt through work and how it has impacted his life
What an employer looks for
No full textRoyce is the co-director of Skin and Hair clinic and talks about what impresses at an interview and what he values in an employee. He shares his observations of Ceci’s growth and her contribution to the company. He also talks about work attitudes that could lead an employee into a leadership position
Starting a business
No full textNazi shared her childhood dream to own a café. She worked in a kebab shop and a café to learn about running a café. She did barista and responsible handling of alcohol courses to prepare to open her own café. Nazi shares some advice and challenges about starting a new café
Learning a totally new language
No full textNazi arrived in Melbourne, not speaking a word of English and people thought she was deaf as she used gestures to communicate. She started learning a new language through watching TV, volunteering and working. She had a wonderful experience at Swinburne
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