Network of enlightened Women at UNC Charlotte

What is an Elevator Pitch? “The purpose of an elevator pitch is to describe a situation or solution so compelling that the person you’re with wants to hear more even after the elevator ride is over.” – Seth Godin An elevator pitch gives you a ready-to-go introduction of you or even an idea you may have. With a well-practiced elevator pitch, you will be able to present yourself as more confident and self-assured. The goal of creating an elevator pitch is to craft a short explanation of what you do, how you do it, and who you do it for. It should be straightforward and easy to understand. Creating an Elevator Pitch The process of creating an elevator pitch gives you a focus, but also give you an opportunity to self-analysis. Even if you do not use it often, creating it can make you think about who you are, what you want do, and what you want others to know about you. This is a great way look back at your past accomplishments, and allows you to look at your future by high

Importance of Appearance How much thought do you put into your appearance when you're heading to a professional setting? Have you realized that your appearance is connected to your attitude and confidence, impacting your overall success?  Research has shown that ” clothing 'systematically influences wearers’ psychological processes. ”  This simply means that you will act smarter and more professionally if you feel like you are dressed more professionally and smarter. Matthew Randall, executive director of the Center for Professional Excellence at York College of Pennsylvania shared with The Reading Eagle , " How an individual dresses for work can be a powerful extension of his personal brand. Clothes, accessories and even the footwear an employee chooses to wear help to reinforce or diminish his skills and qualities in the eyes of his employer, co-workers and clients." It may seem like caring about your appearance is mostly just so other people will take you se

Emily Aertker is a junior at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, majoring in Communication Studies with Public Relations and Organizational Communication Concentrations. This is her first year being a NeW member! How did you first hear about NeW?  "I first heard about NeW at a College Republicans meeting in the fall of 2018." What made you want to become involved in NeW?  "Coming to a liberal campus, it can be difficult connecting with like-minded people. In the midst of an emerging fourth wave of feminism, it is paramount to see how far we have come and recognized how far societal pressures have shifted the views of modern feminists. It is crucial to have a cornerstone in traditional feminist ideologies, and I was very excited to discover other women who shared my similar passions." What is your all-time favorite NeW event you’ve attended?  "Campus Forum was my all time favorite NeW event. We were able to network with other organizatio

Jasmine Alvarez is a junior at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte majoring in Psychology. This is her first semester in Charlotte, but she is already quite active with NeW! How did you first hear about NeW? "I first heard about NeW through Jessica Martinez, who is a really great friend of mine. She encouraged me to go to the National Conference." What made you want to become involved in NeW? "What made me want to be involved in NeW was after going to the National Conference in DC in June 2018. Through meeting several conservative women, I have wanted to become more involved with networking and learning more about NeW’s message. Becoming invol ved in NeW, it has challenged my liberal thinking and has made me want to become more involved in NeW’s mission." What is your all-time favorite NeW event you’ve attended? "My all-time favorite NeW event was the National Conference. I had the opportunity to listen to several women talk abou

Emily Jashinsky, commentary writer for the Washington Examiner addresses NeW members at the  2018 NeW Dessert Party. Photo by Kait Winston Photography LLC . Emily Jashinsky , commentary writer from The Washington Examiner encourages college students to further enhance their knowledge and value by taking a simple action: reading books. Jaskinsky said, “…books shape the way you see the world in a really important fashion and you don’t realize it unless you’re reading books.” She took the time to address this as the specific way young college women can become valuable contributors in their professional careers. Jaskinsky made the remarks at the Network of enlightened Women’s (N.e.W.) 2018 Dessert Party, a time for college students to eat sweet treats, network and hear advice from professionals. N.e.W. holds this special event annually in February in Oxen Hill, Maryland as many NeW members are in the area for the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) . Cons

As the year comes to an end, you are probably beginning to reflect on what you did well and what areas could use improvement. For many, setting New Year's resolutions is a way to approach making improvements to their lives, but do New Year’s resolutions actually work? Instead, set yourself up for success by writing a personal mission statement. What is a personal mission statement? A personal mission statement is like a corporate mission statement. However, a personal mission statement is… well, personal. It is a declaration of who you are, what you stand for and what impact you want to have on the world. Throughout your life, it can serve as a call to action when you are straying away from your focus. It can be helpful in providing awareness to your future self, identify your core values and beliefs and help discover what's important to you. Overall it can: Establish who you are, and who you want to be. Give you a clear focus. Simply any decisions on your ca

November has started and that means so has ConSERVative Month! This month shifts Network of enlightened Women’s focus from women empowerment to community involvement. The UNC Charlotte Chapter of Network of enlightened Women partnered with the Angels and Sparrows Soup Kitchen for their annual Youth Volunteering Day on Saturday, November 17th. The Angels and Sparrows Soup Kitchen located just north of Charlotte in Huntersville, North Carolina holds the mission of starting with a nourishing meal served with dignity and fostering community to a path of hope for those facing hunger in their daily lives through programs, celebrations, and experiences - transforming daily interactions into personal connections and a sense of belonging. Youth Day invites youth and their family to the Kitchen to help with their Fall clean-up. There, members of NeW cleaned tables, chairs, floors, windows, doors, you name it! By helping with this project, volunteers of the Kitchen are better abl

November has started and that means so has ConSERVative Month! This month shifts Network of enlightened Women’s focus from women empowerment to community involvement. The UNC Charlotte Chapter of Network of enlightened Women held a Crowders Mountain Hike while promoting environmental clean-up and litter prevention. Crowders Mountain State Park is located south of Charlotte between Kings Mountain and Gastonia, North Carolina. The park consists of two peaks - Crowders Mountain and the Pinnacle. Crowders Mountain is approximately 800 feet above the surrounding area and 1,625 feet above sea level making it a sight to see while traveling and exploring. The network of enlightened Women is a non-partisan political organization that focuses on educating, enlightening and empowering young women through Conservative beliefs. The UNC Charlotte Chapter strives to get involved in the community by partnering with outside organizations - both on and off campus. Members who hiked the

November has started and that means so has ConSERVative Month! This month shifts Network of enlightened Women’s focus from women empowerment to community involvement. The UNC Charlotte Chapter of Network of enlightened Women hosted a weeklong canned food drive for the Second Harvest Food Bank. The Second Harvest Food Bank stands by the mission of leading the community to ensure that anyone who needs a healthy meal can get one. The organization provides a regional distribution warehouse and branches that supply food and grocery items to charitable agencies that assist people in need. The organization provides training, technical assistance, and hunger education to their partnering agencies. The network of enlightened Women is a non-partisan political organization that focuses on educating, enlightening and empowering young women through Conservative beliefs. The UNC Charlotte Chapter strives to get involved in the community by partnering with outside organizations - both

https://www.insidehighered.com/ Now is the time to find a mentor. Mentors are helpful regardless of what stage of life you're in. Whether you’re still in college, a recent graduate or several years into your career, there are always others whom you can learn from to help you reach your short-term and long-term goals. "A great mentor is someone whose qualities make up a much better version of who you envision yourself to become," Demetri Argyropoulos, CEO of Avant Global shares with the Business News Daily . "On the other hand, some great mentors may help you to learn who not to be like – for example, a very successful businessman who is struggling in his personal life. Great mentors have a complementary skill set and bring different qualities to the table. Different perspectives are valuable in the mentor-mentee relationship." How do I find a mentor? Create a list of potential mentors. These are professionals you aspire to be and whom you respec