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Time	room 103	Room 105	Limited Capacity
11:00	Discovering IKIGAI Ikigai is about discovering what makes your life meaningful and brings you joy. It’s like a personal compass that points towards what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be rewarded for. Throughout this workshop, we’ll dig into these four parts of Ikigai to help you understand yourself better. By connecting your passions, talents, the impact you want to make, and your potential for success, you’ll gain a clearer picture of what truly matters to you. I would like to come → Šárka Smrčková

Time	room 103	Room 105	Limited Capacity
10:30			Business Photography Capture your best self with our professional photo shoot session! Elevate your personal brand or professional image with high-quality photos. Whether for your LinkedIn profile, portfolio, or social media presence, our session ensures you make a lasting impression. BOOK YOUR SLOT →
15:00	Interview Skills Take this opportunity to polish your CV and practice your interview skills, so that you are ready to meet and impress the company representatives at the upcoming Career Fair in April! This workshop will be led by Alina Ruiz Guerra who has 12+ years of professional experience in the industry leading corporations, 8+ years of which in the leadership roles. She has personally hired over 100 people throughout the years, and also coached and helped the career development of over 50 employees. She is passionate about what she does, and believes everyone has what is needed to build a great career. Alina Ruiz Guerra
17:00	School of Business: Alumni Talks Join our School of Business’s Alumni, Kateřina Lagátová and Charlie Pimenta, for their talks about their studies and their professional achievements. Kateřina Lagátová, Charlie Pimenta

Time	room 103	Room 105	Limited Capacity
10:30			Business Photography Capture your best self with our professional photo shoot session! Elevate your personal brand or professional image with high-quality photos. Whether for your LinkedIn profile, portfolio, or social media presence, our session ensures you make a lasting impression. BOOK YOUR SLOT →
13:00	Future Career Planning and Career Crisis In this lecture, we will explore the concept of career strategy and its linkage to life strategy, focusing on how to build a sustainable career. We will delve into the importance of comprehensive career planning and implementation, emphasising the necessary steps to navigate through various stages of professional development. Additionally, we will address strategies for overcoming different types of career crises, offering practical insights and solutions to manage and rebound from setbacks effectively. This session aims to equip participants with valuable tools and perspectives essential for achieving long-term career success and resilience. Olga Ismagilova

Time	room 103	Room 105	Limited Capacity
10:00		Personality traits in the workplace The workshop focuses on Personality traits and how they affect behaviour in the workplace. In particular, the theory of the Big 5 (Openness to experience, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness, neuroticism) is elaborated upon. The students will take the NEO FFM personality test so as to assess themselves on the 5 traits. After that each trait dimension is discussed in detail in regards to the relevance in the workplace, including some of the differences between men and women. Anna Boguszak	Business Photography Capture your best self with our professional photo shoot session! Elevate your personal brand or professional image with high-quality photos. Whether for your LinkedIn profile, portfolio, or social media presence, our session ensures you make a lasting impression. Book your slot →
12:00		Break
13:00		Effective leadership and components of non-violent communication Presentation about basic principles of non-violent communication, using practical activities from an everyday life, covering both personal relationships and professional environment. Maia Horniak, Maša Hilčišin	Leadership traits training Through hands-on, practical exercise, participants will take turns leading a team and providing constructive feedback to one another. This interactive approach will offer real-world leadership experience and foster a collaborative learning environment, allowing each participant to develop and refine their leadership skills in a dynamic and supportive setting. Secure your spot → Veronika Douchová
14:45		Break
15:00		CV Preparations Workshop Common workshop (for all students together) showing how to put a good CV together and what to pay attention to. Patrick Scherer, Graeme Murray

Time	room 103	Room 105	Limited Capacity
9:00		Verbal presentation/Public Speaking Unlock the art of impactful verbal communication with our presentation skills workshop! Explore techniques for delivering compelling speeches, captivating audiences, and articulating ideas with confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or new to public presenting, this session offers invaluable insights into vocal modulation, body language, and audience engagement. Join us to refine your verbal presentation skills and leave a lasting impression in any setting. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your communication prowess to new heights! Joel Imhoof	CV preparations / Job search / Individual Consultation Crafting the perfect CV is crucial for landing your dream job. Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn essential tips for structuring your resume, highlighting your skills, and standing out to employers. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career journey, this session will equip you with the tools to create a compelling CV tailored to your aspirations. Session will be individual with 20 minutes per students, starting from 11:30 Book YouR Slot → Ahmet Vargelen, Patrick Scherer, Graeme Murray
10:00	Meet Your Lecturers and Their Work Journey Meet your lecturers from School of Business and explore their journey throughout their career life. Stefano Cavagnetto, Bruce Gahir, Dave Gannon	Break
10:15		Technical Certification Required During Job Search Unlock new career opportunities with our “Technical Certification for Job Search” workshop! Discover the essential certifications that can boost your profile and enhance your prospects in the competitive job market. From IT to engineering and beyond, this session will guide you through the certification process, including exam preparation tips and resources. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or transitioning into a new field, equip yourself with the credentials employers value most.