The document outlines a webinar hosted by Capitol Technology University, focusing on career success tips in technology presented by Vennard Wright. It highlights essential strategies for job seekers, including tailoring applications, emotional intelligence, and the importance of personal branding. Additionally, participants will receive a recording, slides, and a certificate of completion after the session.

1. Capitol Technology University Presents

2. Presented by Vennard Wright
Tips for Future Career Success
in Technology

3. Agenda
Bill Gibbs
Cap Tech Talks Host
1. About Capitol Technology University
2. Session pointers
3. About the presenter
4. Presentation: Vennard Wright
5. Q & A
6. Upcoming webinar
7. Recording, Slides, Certificate

4. About
Established in 1927, We are
one of the only private
Universities in the state of
Maryland specifically
dedicated to engineering,
cybersecurity, computer
sciences and tech
management.

5. Nonprofit, Private &
Accredited
Capitol is a nonprofit, private accredited university
located in Laurel, Maryland, USA
Capitol Technology University is
accredited by the Commission on
Higher Education of the Middle
States Association of Colleges
and Schools
The University is authorized by
the State of Maryland to confer
Associate’s (A.A.S.), Bachelor’s
(B.S.), Master’s (M.S., M.B.A.,
T.M.B.A), and Doctoral
(D.B.A.,D.Sc., Ph.D.) degrees.

6. Session Pointers
• We will answer questions at the conclusion of the presentation. At any
time you can post a question in the text chat and we will answer as many
as we can.
• Microphones and webcams are not activated for participants.
• A link to the recording and to the slides will be sent to all registrants and
available on our webinar web page.
• A participation certificate is available by request for both Live Session and
On Demand viewers.

7. Presented by Vennard Wright
Tips for Future Career Success
in Technology

8. Vennard Wright
• Board of Directors, Capitol Technology University
• President of Wave Welcome
• Former CIO and VP of Operations for Iron Bow
Technologies
• Former CIO for Washington Suburban Sanitary
Commission (WSSC Water), and Prince George’s
County Government (MD)
• Roadrunners Club of America and US Track and
Field certified coach

9. Tips for
Future Career
Success in
Technology
MATCHING YOUR SKILLS TO EMPLOYER
EXPECTATIONS

10. “You are very powerful,
provided you know how
powerful you are.”
- YOGI BHAJAN
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11. Introduction
There are many obvious characteristics that help to ensure
success for prospective hires such as versatility, strong
communication, likeability and professionalism, but what are
some other tips that help pave the path to success when
searching for a new job?
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12. Interview “Cheat Code”
1. Tailor application to each opportunity.
2. Research the organization and panel.
3. Develop a 100-day plan.
4. Make multiple copies of your resume.
5. Allow your personality to shine through.
6. Anticipate interview questions.
7. Be prepared with key differentiators.
8. Leave behind materials with panel.
9. Follow up after the interview.
10. Be prepared to DELIVER!!!
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13. Useful Pointers
LANDING THE PERFECT POSITION FOR YOU
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14. Tip 1
Don’t underestimate the amount of time required for identifying
and landing your ideal position. It’s easier while you’re already
employed.
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15. Tip 2
Your competition is no longer domestic – it’s global.
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16. Tip 3
Value the importance of Emotional Intelligence.
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17. Tip 4
Understand and be prepared to speak to your reputation and
personal brand -- use discretion.
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18. Tip 5
Answer the questions, but don’t overshare.
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19. Tip 6
Share the details of any of your philanthropic activities.
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20. Tip 7
Speak to what you’ll do to continue learning once you’ve landed
the position.
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21. Tip 8
Don’t be shy about asking the salary range. Treat financial literacy
as every other form of learning.
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22. Tip 9
Remain aware of what you’ll need to do to maintain personal
balance.
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23. Tip 10
Be deliberate with your legacy, professional and otherwise.
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24. Bonus Tips
When interacting with your supervisor, the following three are
critical:
Keep them fully informed.
If it takes both of you to do the job, one of you isn’t required.
We all start off with full confidence and either improve or get
worse from there.
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25. Summary
Each of you has the potential to travel the path to greatness, so
continue to experiment with different combinations for your own
formula.
The world needs you to realize just how amazing you are!
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26. Contact Me
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LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/vennardwright
Phone:
301-868-3664
Email:
vwright@wavewelcome.com
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28. www.captechu.edu/webinar-series
To learn more, and to register visit:

29. Recording, Slides & Certificate
A copy of the slides and a
link to the recording will be
sent to all registrants.
Watch for an email
A Certificate of Completion
is available upon request to
both live session and On
Demand viewers
Simply reply to the email

30. Thanks for Joining Us!
Thank You!
This concludes today’s webinar
Watch for a follow up email that contains:
1. How to get a Participation Certificate (Available by
request for both Live Session and On Demand
viewers)
2. Link to the webinar recording and slides
3. Info on upcoming webinars