Shadow for a Day |
Shadow for a Day is similar to Job for a Day, except that our Scouts "shadow" or follow someone who performs a job they would like to do someday. Who Scouts shadow is up to the Scout and the person they will be shadowing. They can choose any position they want, from a professional skateboarder to the principal of their school. Scouts can choose whatever they like, from assisting fire personnel, to assisting at their favorite amusement park, to assisting a paleontologist at a natural history museum. They will be shadowing the person who does that job for a living, following directions and helping out. It also provides a great contact for the future. If our Scouts do decide to follow their dream as adults, they already have a contact at a particular business, doing what they love. How to Find a Person to Shadow for a Day After choosing a position to shadow, Scouts make contact with the place they would like to be. If the Scout wants to work at a particular amusement park, of course that narrows down to one the possible places to call. If the Scout would like to work at a bank, for example, there are many choices. Scouts should ask for references from family, friends, Team Counselors, and Counselors. If someone they know has a contact where they would like to work, that would make it easier. If not, Scouts can check the phone and look online. Scouts should generally ask for the human resources department when they call. They will need to explain who they are, where they are coming from, and what they want. Below are detailed directions: Making an appointment includes: generating the contact information for a selected individual by conducting research via the internet, telephone book, or personal referral. Be sure to ask your parents, teachers, Team Leaders, fellow scouts, and your friends for referrals. Contacting the selected individual: When you get to the person you are trying to contact, greet them; This is a program to help our Scout develop responsibility while having FUN. It is also okay for the Scout to mention the benefits to the employer, such as positive publicity. It is possible that individual may refer you to someone else either in their company, office, or department to work with in order to complete your mission. If this happens, you will need to introduce yourself again and explain the purpose of your call again. Not everyone you speak with will have the time or desire to help you. If this happens, ask them if they can refer you to someone who can help you. If they are unable to refer you to someone, then ask your parents, teachers, Team Leaders, fellow scouts, and your friends for another referral. Keep trying until you are successful at completing your mission. Perseverance is a strength that will help you to successfully reach your goals. Never be discouraged when you encounter obstacles. Like the story of the rabbit and the turtle, it is not the fastest. Rather it is the one who sticks with it, who succeeds. Remember to: Call the day before to re-confirm your appointment. You are an ambassador of the program you are a member of within the Scout Programs of Adventure Scouts USA. Obtain permission from your parent or guardian prior to choosing a Job for a Day. Our Scouts make their dreams come true, one day at a time!
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