Discover Your Distinctions at the 2012 State ... - Nebraska FBLA

2012 SLCSEMINARSGo HumanKeith Hawkins, Keynote SpeakerTo “Go Human” means to give whatyou need. But for the average personthis can be difficult. There is a sense offear (False, Evidence, Appearing, Real)that people have when it comes to givingsomeone something you need, like trust,love, knowledge, friendship, guidanceand leadership. But leaders are not averageand leaders should go first when itcomes to leading others. Keith will createan environment that allows you tointeract with other students from differentschools so that you can have the opportunityto GO HUMAN and make adifference.Thursday, March 293:45 pm—New Adviser SeminarTennille Gifford, Kearneyand Nick Jarzynka, ElkhornAdvisers new to the SLC, this workshopis for you! Don’t miss this chanceto discover everything you need to knowabout the SLC but were afraid to ask.Bring your questions!4:00 pm—Keeping It RealKeith Hawkins, Keynote SpeakerThe people we have connections withare the people we tend to value.Wouldn’t it be great if we could actuallyvalue all people? The good news is, thereare skills a person can learn that willhelp them value all people. When youvalue people, they will value you and ultimately,they will follow you. This is realleadership when those you lead are willingto follow. Come learn the skills thatwill take you past the beginning stagesof leadership.Friday, March 309:00 am—Your Creative Future Starts HereJade LaFleur, The Art InstitutesDo you enjoy working with multimediaand digital design software? Thenyou will want to explore the programs inthe areas of Design, Media Arts, Fashionand Culinary. Working with experiencedinstructors and industry-specifichardware and software, you can get thesupport, guidance and skills to launchyour career. And create tomorrow!10:00 am—How to Dress for SuccessTeri Moore, The Men’s WearhouseJoin this fun, interactive presentationto help you dress for success in yourcompetitive events as well as when youmove into college and the workingworld. Learn the basics of building asimple versatile wardrobe. And don’tmiss out on the extra help gettingstarted with discounts at TheMen’s Wearhouse and K&G Stores forwomen!11:00 am—Connect 2 Business (C2B)Anne KluteNebraska Career ConnectionsHow do I connect with business professionalsin my community and state?Join this interactive session to learnabout the FBLA partnership with C2Bwhere you can work with your fellowFBLA members to build a program toconnect to businesses in your communityand Nebraska. Whatever your careerfield, there is a Nebraska businessthat can get you started on the right careerpath.1:00 pm—Texting All: J-U-S-T D-R-I-V-EOfficers Chris Abbott and Bob Stinson,Bellevue Police Department; Sgt. BruceMeyer and Deputy Dixie Ohara, SarpyCounty Sheriff’s DepartmentWhat is it like to be one of the first atthe scene of an accident? Hear the storyfrom those who witness unsafe drivingevery day. Attend this seminar and bethe friend that saves a friend!2:00 pm—Leading in a Follower’s WorldTaylor SarmanFBLA National PresidentJoin this energetic session to receivethe tools all students need to pave abrighter future and open their Gatewayto Greatness!3:00 pm—Is It Really Like They Say It Is?FBLA Alumni PanelWhat’s college really like? What’s expectedin the business world? Don’tmiss this interactive session where youcan learn from the best!Advisers:Jazz It Up in Junewith FBLA!FBLA advisers, join your Board ofDirectors for a fun-filled day as you JazzIt Up with FBLA, a Mardi Gras styleworkshop custom-made just for you!Scheduled for Monday, June 4, from9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Kearney HolidayInn, this FREE workshop (includinglunch) is for new and veteran advisers.The day starts with “Spice It Up,” asession designed to enrich yourchapter’s program of work by addingthe right ingredients. Next is “Carnivalof Activities” covering the amazing opportunities,including competitiveevents, offered at state and nationalconferences.The session, “Saints Go MarchingIn,” provides you with a load of recruitmentideas that will fill your chapterswith eager members. And “Secure theLevee” will give you a flood of fundraisingstrategies!Additional sessions called “Lead theParade” on chapter officer development,“Don’t Sing the Blues” on chapter managementusing point systems, and “TheBig Easy” about the Nebraska FBLAwebsite will give you more resources toassist you with your programs.You will head home filled with theMardi Gras spirit through new FBLAfriendships as well as resources to includein your FBLA repertoire. Save thedate now—Monday, June 4! Watch forregistration procedures in the spring!Hawkins from page 1Power and GO MAD (Go Out and MakeA Difference),” and he has been featuredin the national communication publication,“Between One and Many.” Moreover,Keith Hawkins has had theopportunity to speak at the United NationsGlobal Summit on behalf ofAmerica’s youth!Coming from a rough childhood,Keith had to overcome many obstaclesto become the success that he is today.Those challenges are what fueledHawkins to work towards helping othersby allowing them to see their owngreatness and the many opportunitiesthey have available. Keith Hawkins tooka leadership role in his own life and nowspeaks to students about becomingREAL Leaders by mastering relationships,empowerment, attitude and leadership.Throughout his presentation, GoHuman, Keith will discuss that to “gohuman” means to give what you need.For the average person this can be difficult.But leaders should go first when itcomes to leading others. You will learnthe true aspects of becoming and beinga true leader.2 — PLEDGE Online 50 fabulous years - 1962-2012March, 2012