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2022 Summer Digest

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WELCOME BACK!

It’s summertime! Summer brings several things to mind including health consciousness and, above all, taking the time to reboot. For new grads it’s also the time to search for that critical first job that will get you through the door!

We invite you to relax and enjoy this month’s issue of #HYPLife. As always, our goal is to educate, inspire and empower our readers and viewers! As always, upcoming events are listed along with advisory tips and resources.

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Kalo Mina kai Xronia Polla!

First and foremost, Congratulations Class of 2022! Best of luck to all those celebrating new landmark moments in their academic and professional paths.
A shoutout to the two latest members of our team, Anna Pierratos (Secretary of the Board, Philo4Thought; Internet Researcher; Pre-Law Student, St. John’s University and President of the SJU Hellenic Society) and Paul Cho (Interdisciplinary STEM Intern; Psychology Student, SUNY Albany).
In addition to the solemn holiday celebrations celebrated over the summer months, our team joins in sending warm regards to all those celebrating name days, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
Last, but not least, since our summer digest goes to print between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, we would like to offer a special shout-out to all the great parents out there (our first mentors in life), and best wishes to all the new parents celebrating their FIRST Mother’s Day/Father’s Day.

EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Special Events

EVENT REMINDER (June 20th): The major Hellenic organizations or New York are collaborating to throw a Farewell Reception for the Consul General of Greece in New York, Dr. Konstantinos Koutras, an avid friend and supporter to all young professionals. To register, please click here.

EVENT REMINDER (June 30th-July 4th): The National Young Adult Leadership Counsel is hosting their annual Conference in New York City. For registration and event details, please click here.

SAVE THE DATE (November 17th): Philo4Thought and St. John’s University Alumni Relations are pleased to present a webinar about Company Culture. Summary: When searching for a job that is right for you it’s important to research and understand the company culture before preparing materials and interview responses that will get you in the door. Having a thorough knowledge of the company culture… will help you land your dream job in a company where you feel needed, valued and optimally productive. The webinar will (1) review key points about what company culture is, (2) determine what to look for in a company to know whether it’s a good fit for you, (3) tips and tricks to fit in at the companies you love and (4) a few red flags that let you know that the company may not be a good fit for you. Registration link will be available in September.

SAVE THE DATE (December 3rd): Annunciation Church is pleased to announce the return of their annual Mistletoe Gala! Event details and ticket sales will be available soon.

Philo4Thought Podcast Series

Talks have taken off for the start of a new Philo4Thought Podcast Series that will launch in the Fall 2022. Stay tuned for details in August/September!

SPRING RECAP

Spring Symposium Highlights

Our Annual Symposium was well received — a shout out to all those who lent their support to making this another successful year! Photos from our reception are available on our Instagram Page, https://www.instagram.com/philo4thought, along with other real-time photographs and event updates.

For those who were unable to join us, excerpts from Day 2 of the Symposium, when our guest speakers and mentors assembled for the formal panel discussions, please visit our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/c/Philo4ThoughtIncHMI/videos.

NYC Greek Independence Day Parade Photo & Video Gallery

Below is the photo gallery from New York City’s 2022 Greek Independence Day Parade! For additional video footage including the singing of the National Anthems of the US and Greece along with various musical floats, please visit our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/c/Philo4ThoughtIncHMI/videos.

FEATURED VIDEO

Introducing “Hellenes Meet” — New Social Networking App

Our dear friends Steve Bain and Laura Gerkis teamed up to present Hellenes Meet, the new Greek American App for Social Networking and Community Events. Meet up for social events, expand your parea or find your special someone through Hellenes Meet!

We will be adding Hellenes Meet to our permanent Lifestyle Page shortly.

HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Building Healthy Habits

Our dear friend Kosmas Bogiatzis, creator of the Projects of Life initiative, has launched a new YouTube Channel. Click here to view the amazing channel content and to learn more about how to build a healthier, happier life one step at a time.

In addition to his blog and videos, Kosmas is a personal trainer known amongst his elite NYC clientele for his wholistic training methods, tailored workouts and philosophical commentaries to get your mind and body working on a challenge!

Projects of Life is one of the main sources included in our Lifestyle Page.

Greek Programming

Skai TV provides live as well as pre-recorded content for those who are interested. Click here to access this free resource.

CAREER MENTORING CORNER

Mindfulness Tips: Company Culture

Mindful job hunting saves the job hunter a great deal of needless stress and shoe leather!
When looking for a job, be sure you have a deep understanding of the company culture.
Understanding company culture helps you know whether the place to which you’re applying will be a good match for you. The core goals and missions of a company you work for should reflect your own core values to ensure that you will feel needed and productive within the environment where you will be spending a significant percent of your time.
Understanding company culture helps you prepare materials (resume, cover letter, interview responses) that will ensure you get a job in a company you like and respect.
Don’t fall for the hype. Many companies fail to make their goals and missions clear. Consider whether companies that are unclear with their basic core values is a good fit for you.

Philo4Thought Programming

Philo4Thought educational and advisory videos are available at our e-Library and on our YouTube Channel.

Career Networking App

Superstars is a new career networking app supported by New York University Stern School of Business to help professionals learn more about one another and connect for professional collaboration and support. For more information, click here.

DONATE!

Summer Fundraising

Make a Difference in the Lives of Others! Support our Programming, Publications, Training & Scholarship Initiatives!

To learn more about our fundraising initiatives and sponsorship levels, please click here.
To sponsor an event or make a donation, please select from one of the following options:

Pay-It-Forward Method (New Skills Academy Courses)

- Learn a new skill and gain additional incentive rewards towards future classes as you give back to the community! For every course you sign up for with our colleagues at New Skills Academy, 1% of the proceeds comes back to Philo4Thought! Visit our “Courses & Training” menu for a list of available classes. New Skills also offers additional rewards (and free classes) for returning clients.

Pay-It-Forward Method (Menousis “Zoom To Greece” Dance Series)

- Enjoy a few hours of Greek dance, history and culture as you give back to the community! For every online “Zoom to Greece” dance class you take ($65 monthly flat rate) a percentage of the proceeds comes back to Philo4Thought at the end of the year. To register, please contact our colleague Paraskevas Ntompros.

PASSPORT MEMBERSHIP LEVELSummer

New Skills Academy

Personal and Professional Development Courses

Zoom to Greece Dance Classes

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