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Networking and Small Biz Updates!
Wednesday WisdomI've been talking about networking a lot lately over on Instagram because I recently launched the new Networking Essentials program for students in partnership with Hannah Schwartz, and it has caused me to reflect on my own networking journey. Back when I was an undergrad - I would have rather done almost anything other than network. Stay unemployed forever. Work at Zellers forever. ANYTHING. And while I was working in the business school, I learned what the students were learning, and kept learning. Part of my job was participating in networking events, and I knew that I had to support the students and set an example. So I put on my blazer and pretended I was confident. And now? Now I'm not really nervous at all. I'm actually confident. And the main thing that makes me confident is that I know what I'm doing. My best advice for those who are beginning to network: start small and just keep working on it. Practice your questions and answers. Give yourself permission to leave once you've met your goal. Set a goal to attend an event and talk to one person. And then you can leave if you want to. ResourcesIf being nervous about networking resonates with you, check out the Networking Essentials program. It's specifically geared for students, with suggestions for how you can go from beginner to all-star while you're at university! And make sure you share our Facebook group with your supporters. This Facebook group is for parents and other supporters to connect with one another and share resources. ChooseYourUni NewsI recently met Michelle, the founder of the amazing Luminara Academy and she's asked me to share this request with my audience. Please share it with anyone you think would be interested. This is a great business that is creating additional support for pre-teens and teens! Putting a call out for young kids aged 9-17 #luminaraacademy is currently seeking curious minds to share their thoughts on learning and challenges they face in today’s fast-paced world. This is a chance to help your kids voice their ideas and help shape our future programs! 🎉 Special Offer: Participate in our brief interview and unlock a 50% discount for our upcoming summer programs. Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t miss out! 🕒 Deadline: Sign up by this Friday at 12 PM to secure your spot! Please DM #luminaraacademy or WhatsApp 437-992-8485 for further details! |
Colleen | ChooseYourUni.ca
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Wednesday Wisdom January is a tough time of year. We got a week or so when the university shut down, which is nice, but getting organized in January is a whole other story! It feels like it takes the whole month just to get back in the groove, and then suddenly you're 1/3 of the way through the semester. A lot of students who feel like this will decide it's time to "catch up" because they feel behind. And while there may be things that you need to catch up on, this can also turn into a trap...