Introduce yourself!

• Mentors: Talk about where you are in the recruiting cycle and the accounting program, your prior job experiences, and how you've obtained these positions.
• Mentees: Talk about where you are in the recruiting cycle (if known) and in the accounting program, and explain what type of career you would like to pursue.
• Determine each other's expectations & goals!
  • What do each of you want to get out of this relationship?
  • What do you expect from your mentor? From your mentee?
  • Be realistic in your expectations of each other and the semester.
  • Determine a time/location for your bimonthly meetings.
• ​Determine the best form of communications!
• Exchange phone numbers & email addresses.

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Discussion Topics

Topic Regarding Your Career 

• What types of accounting professions are out there for me?
• What is the difference between public accounting firms and industry companies?
• What is the difference between audit and tax?
• How do I decide what kind of career path to take?
• How does the recruiting cycle work?
• How do I know where I am in the recruiting cycle?
• What do I need to do to prepare for my CPA, CMA, CIA or any other type of professional certificate?

Topics Regarding Networking

• What do I wear to networking events?
• What types of questions should I ask a recruiter / professional?
• How should I maintain a relationship with a professional?
• What types of networking events should I attend?
• How do I keep myself from being nervous during a networking event?​​