I recently attended an event organized by Newnham alumnus on how to make the most of your work experience- and they stressed the importance of networking, following up, not complaining no matter what the work is, and making yourself indispensable.
We spoke quite a lot on how to find an internship, and on working hard- but what they neglected to say was that the key to doing well is having people like you.
Why would anyone want to help you out or give you a job if they don't want you around?
Being positive, smiling and enthusiastic is key when you're just starting out- and is a tall order when all you're doing is making coffee and running to deliver mail.
Another key thing is to stand out. If they don't remember you, if you're just a cog in the wheel, how can you get called back? Be different, speak up, contribute.
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