Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Laila Terry | 5 Tips on working in the business world by Peer Guide

 

5 Tips on working in the business world by Peer Guide Laila Terry




 

1.      Act professionally: Everyone you communicate with could be a lead to a job. It doesn’t matter if you are sending an   email to an old neighbor, chatting with fraternity alumni, meeting with a professor, or interacting with anyone else. Always treat every interaction as an opportunity to put your best self forward and show that you are a professional who can be counted on.

2.      Communicate: Most business leaders today did not grow up in an era with cell phones, let alone smartphones, text messaging, and Snapchat. While your friends might appreciate your LOLZ and can quickly decode your shorthand text messages, you should always use proper spelling and grammar for all communications related to business, and with anyone you interact with outside of your close circle of friends.

3.      College Students Should Grow Their network: The adults who are already a part of your life are a major asset when it comes time to find a job. Scout leaders, religious leaders, volunteer organizers, and old bosses are great references and outlets to find potential jobs when you graduate.

4.      Focus on the value you provide: School may have taught you that there are no winners or losers, but when you get into the real world there are no participation trophies. You have to prove your value in your interview, and continue to provide it every day at work. It is no longer about what you want, it is about what you offer.

  1. Don't forget to smile :)

 

 

 

 

Upcoming February Events

Spring 2023 CONNECT: The Faces of Business

Our Spring 2023 Keynote presenter is Omar G. Jorge Peña, CEO of Compare Foods in Charlotte and Chairman of Aurora Grocery Group.  CONNECT is a mini-conference for Belk College Black and Latinx students, alumni, and Charlotte professionals.  The event includes lunch, breakout professional development sessions, networking, and scholarship presentations.

When: Friday, March 17, 2023, Noon - 4:30 p.m.

Where: Popp Martin Student Union Third-Floor Salons

 

 

 

 

 

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