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November is National Career Development Month! Join fellow Aggie alumni in celebrating through a series of career-focused activities. Complete as many career challenges as you can for a chance to win an Aggie prize pack. Just take note of activities you completed throughout the month, then submit our form by November 30, 2024. View the sweepstakes rules here.
Submit your entry on or before November 30!
Week 1 Challenges:
Set SMART goals
Kick off National Career Development month by establishing concrete career development goals for yourself!
Attend Overview of Alumni Career Resources
Join us for this informative session on November 5th at 12 noon (Pacific Time) to learn more about need-to-know alumni career resources and services that you can leverage now and in the future, no matter your career stage.
Connect with a career coach
A professional career coach can help you create a personalized plan designed to meet your goals.
Visit the UC Davis Alumni and Affiliate Relations Career Coach Directory and consider connecting with a career coach today!
Week 2 Challenges:
Polish your resume
Even if you aren’t in the job search, keeping your resume updated is a best practice. Not convinced?
Get started refining your resume by referring to related resources below:
- Resume Guide
- Creating a Flawless Resume webinar
- “Best skills to list of your resume (and some to exclude)” article
Optimize your LinkedIn profile
Enhancing your LinkedIn profile can boost your visibility, draw new opportunities, and strengthen your professional network.
Explore these resources to elevate your LinkedIn presence:
- "How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Success in 2024" article
- Master LinkedIn for Career Success webinar
Check out The Complete Career Masterclass Collection
Take advantage of this Cal Aggie Alumni Association member benefit and enjoy free, lifetime access to cutting-edge job search techniques on top platforms.
Learn more about this member benefit here or join now to become a member!
Week 3 Challenges:
Subscribe to the UC Alumni Career Network
Co-created with alumni across the 10 campuses, this high-impact, digital series is designed to equip and empower alumni in their professional journey.
Visit the Career Video Library
Check out the UC Davis Alumni and Affiliate Relations Career Video Library for recorded versions of virtual career panels and webinars you may have missed!
Find a mentor
One of the many ways you can develop in your career is to have a mentor to ask questions of and navigate career decisions with.
Get started developing and growing a mentoring relationship, with a focus on career mentorship, with this Mentor/Mentee Guide.
Week 4 Challenges:
Join the UC Davis CAAA LinkedIn Group
Join the UC Davis Cal Aggie Alumni Association LinkedIn group to stay up to date on Aggie alumni career events, job opportunities and more!
Build meaningful networking relationships
There are several ways to transform networking contacts into meaningful relationships. Implement one or two tips in McPherson’s article for yourself.
Explore upcoming alumni career events
Discover our lineup of upcoming career-focused workshops, industry-specific networking events, and programs designed for Aggie alumni.