- First impressions are everything - PAY ATTENTION to body language, make eye contact, give handshakes, introduce yourself, act confident (fake it till you make it babe... but really, you got this) Show your hands as much as possible, back straight
- Integrity!! Mean what you say (always) and back it up with action. If you say you'll do something/act a certain way (ex. timely) do it. Be timely. Attend that meeting. Follow up. Make notes so you don't forget.
- Overcommunicate (not overtalk, intentionally communicate specific things), ask questions (but thoughtfully! don't waste people's time!), ask for desired methods of communication (weekly meeting, email, in person, etc) and their preferred cadence (how often to communicate with them, communication style, etc)
- Build connections by connecting with everyone you meet (in workplace, meetings, anywhere) on LinkedIn. Introduce yourself to anyone you're working with, you never know who people know
- You are your biggest advocate. Make a "brag binder", basically, record every achievement + course completion you ever do, curate and share when necessary
- When you encounter a problem, think up solutions before you approach your boss, and give them input on which you think is best
- Delete your graduation year in job resumes where you think your age will work against you
- Be careful of anything you say, online or in person. Treat everything like it is being permanently recorded, including anything you say. If you can't say something about a person to their face, don't say it.
- Avoid inappropriate situations/dress (late night drinking w/o female companion, unsuitable clothing, etc)
- Avoid biases, be openminded, be kind, always assume the best of a person/situation but still be cautious
- Avoid "polite markers" (I just wanted to check in.., sorry to bother you, etc, just say what you want to say with a smile), but use them when necessary to soften your tone and make yourself sound more human (especially over text) Try not to use them to make yourself smaller
- If you find yourself in a poorly run company/a company with bad culture, leave. Next interview, say "It ended up not being a good fit, but I learned a lot during my time there, and I'm ready and more prepared than ever for the opportunity."
- Writing and sales are skills to sharpen your skills on, BUT make sure whatever you're selling is ethical (and you know what you're selling, understand the whole process ex. Honey scandal)
- Always professionally and respectfully respond to rejection emails (jobs, promotions, anything) and ask for feedback
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