Happy November!

We’re always having a great day here at Fairway View, and November is no different. We have some really cool events coming up this month that are guaranteed to add some excitement to the holidays. Our team will be hosting our annual food drive throughout November. Be sure to stop by the office to donate any canned goods and/or nonperishable items. This is the season to give back, and we want to make an impact on our community. You won’t want to miss out on the awesome events happening here at Fairway View.

Special Highlight

During the cold months, take advantage of sunlight. Naturally heat your home by opening curtains on south-facing windows during the day. Close curtains at night to protect your home from losing heat through the windows.

Reminders and Updates

The Louisiana Book Festival is on November 2! This one-day event is a wonderful opportunity for you to see the products and services exhibitors are showcasing. Exhibitors include authors, booksellers, publishing houses, and scholarly programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and find a new read!

Building a Career in College

College is such a busy, crazy time for many people that focusing on the here and now is all most can do. Well, good news! There are several ways to incorporate career building into your everyday busy life. By taking the following steps, you’ll be on your way to creating a successful future for yourself:

  • Check out the Career Success Portal. Did you know that your community offers you 24/7 access to millions of jobs and internships along with many tools to improve your resume and interviewing skills? Check out CareerSuccessPortal.com and create an account today!
  • Visit your university’s career center. Employers are focusing more and more on experience and skills rather than just good grades. Get in touch with organizations through the career center to branch out and participate in different activities you normally wouldn’t have. This gives you a chance to explore your major and others, and see what you’re truly passionate about.
  • Evaluate yourself. Your future employer will want to know why you’re a good fit for their company. College is about finding your strengths and weaknesses — take time now to figure out your skills, values, personality traits, and interests. Learning about yourself will help prepare you for interviews when you’re hit with the question, “What do you think you will excel at the most in this position?”
  • Challenge yourself. The more you’re willing to get out of your comfort zone, the more likely you’re to overcome your weaknesses. Apply for the part-time job at your apartment complex you normally wouldn’t apply for, or take that theater class you’ve always wanted to take. By challenging yourself, you’re building important skills and personality traits that will help you rise within your field.
  • Take your work seriously. Whether you have a part-time job or volunteer, take the experience seriously. You can use previous supervisors for references when you are beginning your career. It will pay off in the long run to succeed in the workplace by building useful skills that you’ll have for life.
  • Find a mentor. Find someone who is doing what you want to do. You can search on LinkedIn to get connected and network with others in your field who are also passionate about what they do. Talk to your professors and pick their brains as to why they chose the career they did. Once you find a mentor, everything can change. You become more motivated to succeed in something you love doing because you have someone who makes the experience a million times better.

Did you know you can build your credit history just by paying your rent? A strong credit history can help you with achieving personal and professional success. We have partnered with RentTrack to offer you the opportunity to have your rent payments reported to all three credit bureaus! Participants in this program have seen their credit scores go up an average of 51 points! Get more details and enroll today at renttrack.com/campus-advantage.

Community Events Calendar

Fairway View Food Drive — All Month

National Candy Day — November 4

Nacho Grande — November 6

Arts and Crafts: Turkey Paintings — November 12

Game Night — November 15

Thank You for Being You — November 21

Teacher Appreciation Day — November 22

November Birthdays — November 30