> Hi,
> I'm also an Extraordinary candidate and have just submitted my portfolio - so don't know whether successful. But I'm happy to share (and always interested in other peoples routes to the profession).
>
> Although I haven't had much time to reflect on the last 20 months (back-dated PPDP as well) I think I got a much better overview over profession as a whole. Without a LIS degree I was forced to ascertain professionalism perhaps more than LIS graduates but it's given me an enormous confidence boost. Let's see how far that goes when my I don't charter or in future job applications/interviews... I'm sure I wouldn't want to miss it. - So much for now.
>
> Best wishes,
> Esther
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On 1 Mar 2011, at 12:20, Andy Ekins <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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>> Rossitza,
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>> Great timing....I too am on the two year route and have just started my second year.
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>> I had a conversation with my Director who has suggested that he take on the role of being my unofficial Mentor (I'm Mentor-less at the moment...long story!). He suggested that I contact other members that are also doing the two year route (Extraordinary Chartership candidates) so I would also be really interested in hearing of others experiences.
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>> I'll start thinking about my Chatership and cobble some notes together for you :)
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>> I'm always happy to meet-up as well if you think that would be useful?
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>> Thanks,
>> Andy
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>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Atanassova, Rossitza [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
>> Sent: 01 March 2011 11:57
>> To: [log in to unmask]
>> Subject: Extraordinary Chartership candidates
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>> Hello
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>> I would like to get in touch with other Chartership candidates who do not hold a LIS/CILIP accredited qualification.
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>> I would be interested in sharing experiences and finding out how it is going for others. I have got another year to prepare my portfolio.
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>> Look forward to hearing from some of you.
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>> Rossitza
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