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A Database of Professionals for Career Assistance

What is the Phoenix Network?
The Phoenix Network is an on-line database designed to assist students and alumni with career planning and job search needs by connecting them with professionals in their areas of interest. Members of the Phoenix Network include UW-Green Bay alumni, faculty and staff, community members and parents of UW-Green Bay students.

Through this database, students and alumni can obtain contact information for individuals in specific career fields, industries, employers and geographical regions of interest. Students and alumni can also identify individuals who have attended graduate and professional schools, or who have internship opportunities to offer at their organization.

Communicating with members of the Phoenix Network can give students and alumni valuable insights into the types of job responsibilities, experience, skills, educational background and pros/cons associated with careers or industries of interest. Students and alumni can also learn more about specific geographical locations, graduate schools and employers. In some cases, such connections can even assist students and alumni in getting a "foot in the door" with a particular organization.

How to use the Phoenix Network:

1. Log into PRO and click on "Phoenix Network" tab.
2. Search the Phoenix Network database for your list of appropriate contacts.
3. Contact those individuals with whom you would like to meet or discuss a career issue. Arrange a time to meet in person or to discuss issues by phone.
4. Prepare for your meeting or conversation in advance.

How Do I Prepare for a Meeting or Conversation with a Phoenix Network Contact?

1. Identify what you have to accomplish from your interaction or discussion.
2. Conduct some research on the issues that you want to discuss so that you are able to ask more in-depth, informed and useful questions.
3. Gather materials that would be helpful to take to your meeting (i.e. a resume if you would like feedback from a professional in the field).
4. Dress appropriate for the work environment in which you will be meeting.
5. Be punctual for your appointment or telephone call!
6. Send a thank you note after your meeting or phone call expressing thanks and appreciation for the information you learned and for the time spent.

Possible Questions to ask the Phoenix Network Contact

1. What are your specific position responsibilities?
2. What is a typical day like for you?
3. Is there much variety and/or creativity in your daily work?
4. What type of personality in terms of skills, interests and abilities
   is needed to meet these responsibilities?
5. How would you describe the work environment?
6. How did you get into this field?
7. How did you prepare for entry into this field?
8. What are the opportunities for advancement in this field?
9. What do you particularly enjoy about your work?
10. What is the most frustrating aspect of your job?
11. Do you belong to any professional organizations? Should or can I join now?
12. Can you recommend resources for more information, i.e. an appropriate journal for this field?
13. If you were starting out again, what would you do differently?
14. What kind of experience would be important for me to receive to
    be competitive? How can a student get this type of experience?
15. How would you advise I go about looking for an entry-level position in this field?
16. Can you refer me to someone else who might provide me with additional information?
17. What is the salary range for an entry-level position in the field?
18. How did you first learn about your job vacancy?
19. What are your long range career goals?
20. What majors are most successful in securing employment in this field?
21. What type of education is required for career advancement?
22. Are job prospects good, stable or competitive?
23. What advice would you give to someone starting in this field?
24. Where do you see a person like me fitting in this field/company/industry?
25. How should I prepare for a job interview in this field?
26. Who are the recognized leaders in this field?
27. What is a typical career path for someone coming in at my level?
28. What are the largest obstacles I would face in this job?
29. What are the most necessary skills for this job?
30. Is there formal or on-the-job training?
31. How can I best utilize the degree I have?
32. How many people like me have made a successful career change? What kinds of backgrounds did they have?

Questions the Phoenix Network Contact May Ask You

1. What is your college major? Do you like/enjoy it?
2. Why did you attend the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay?
3. What about this career field is appealing to you?
4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
5. Have you talked to any other professionals in the field?
6. Have you had any practical work experience/internship in the field?
7. Have you worked on completing a resume?
8. Are you considering other career choices in addition to this field?
9. Are you considering this career long-term or temporarily before attending graduate school?
10. How did you determine that this field may be something you want to pursue?
11. Why have you decided to pursue a graduate or professional degree?
12. Why would you like to work for our organization?

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