Three Good Things is an excellent way to get someone in a negativity bias on the right track. I will be using the worksheet and the mentality with my students who seem stuck in what hasn't been working for them, and try to enforce the elements that have positively impacted them and made them stronger for the next interview, etc.

Opening that initial conversation is key to moving the connection forward and it is not that hard.  People like to talk!

I feel like these concepts are great but somewhat unrealistic.  I have found that when I make mistakes it often builds a rapport with my students because they see a humanistic quality.  While these methods are meant to make us more approachable, I feel like for some it would seem disinginuine. While I do feel like I am an active listener, I also respond in a way that will prevent my students from feeling judged but sometimes you have to give them news they don't want to hear, such as, "I am sorry you are failing and the instructor is… >>>

I never really thought about the importance of calming the mind and body in the days leading up to an interview, but it makes complete sense.  Nerves and higher anxiety are normally experienced in leading up to the interview, so taking certain measures like reducing caffeine, eating healthy, getting plenty of rest, and relaxing are all important to getting you in the right mindset. 

The core needs of our students are not one size fits all. We have to be able to pivot our approach to each individual and understand that we will learn something new every time. Creating an environment of active listening and inclusion will create a ripple effect of positive change that our students will benefit from.

Trust is built on what I can give to grow an organization, my motive.

Get employment verification ASAP in order to keep records current.

Whether career coaching or advising on classes, looking at the entire student is important. Their past, present, and future experiences impact their perception, as ours do, and form biases and misunderstandings.

Students need to be prepared and organized for a job interview.

Build a trusting relationship with grads so they will be willing to fill out paperwork and answer calls.