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Interviews
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Advice
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What books, magazines, periodicals, websites or other materials should people read to learn more about this field? |
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High Country News, www.idealist.org, local/national organizations in your area of interest. Contact local nonprofits to learn about the field; volunteer with a local
organization.
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What questions would you ask of someone who wants to do this work? |
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What do you hope to achieve by working in the nonprofit sector? Where are your strengths and weaknesses and how can these attributes contribute to making the world a better place?
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In what kinds of jobs can recent college graduates have the most impact in your field? |
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Organizing, communication/media, building a larger base of support / giving more depth to the movement.
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What are the major trends and/or key issues in your field? |
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Not sure of the question. Collaboration, working in coalition
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What forms of support and/or advice have you found most valuable (mentoring, trainings, professional development, attending conferences, etc.)? |
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Personal mentoring, working in collaboration with others on projects, learning as I go, attending Western States Center's Community Strategic Training Initiative (CSTI).
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What is a common or tough interview question a candidate in your field should be prepared to answer? |
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Not sure
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What other advice would you give people who want to do this work? |
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The work is rewarding, frustrating and isn't always easy...have fun, learn a lot and remember you can make a difference! When you are burned out, take some time off...you are not doing a service to yourself or your organization when
you are fried!
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