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Jeanette Avery, President Denver Chapter EWI

Hello Everyone,

Hope the summer weather is not too hot for you!! It is funny how we anticipate the heat but are never really ready for the reality of it all. Summer for me brings the anticipation of BBQ’s and yard work, for some vacation time, unfortunately it goes much too fast so before you know it we are back into fall.

Unknowingly we seem to have created a career series in our monthly meetings. Last month we touched on first impressions and what not to wear in the work place, establishing the differences between casual and business attire. As Denise was talking I started thinking about the days when companies gave a clothing allowance. I think as funds have become more restrictive, workplace attire has become less so. In most offices I visit these days, the attire is more casual. I don’t feel as if they are unprofessional but realize that times have definitely changed .One thing to also remember when making a first impression – it’s not only what you are wearing but what you portray, meaning your demeanor. Be yourself!

The July meeting will bring Sue Frederick, the author of “I See Your Dream Job: A Career Intuitive Guide to Finding the Work You Came Here to Do”. Intuitive has never been a word I would associate with finding the right job or company to work for, though I wish it had. I was brought up, like most, to find something you are good at and do it, though I have also found that the things I might be good at are not necessarily things I enjoy. When I started working I knew I liked working with people in some capacity. Customer service seemed to be my forte. As I look back over the many years I have been working, I found that I am good with numbers, but it is not something I can do all day long. I need the interaction of people. Not that I am looking to change careers, but I am looking forward to learning new things to make this career more of what I love.

Hope to see you all at the meeting.


Jeanette Avery
EWI Denver President