January 28, 2008
Stories from the Fairs - We Wanna Hear!
At the fair last week I hit it off with a marketing and advertising company. I walked up to their table with little knowledge of what they do, but found what I think is going to be my #1 opportunity for this summer.
It was great because I was able to drop off a resume, and because I was able to talk to one of the higher-ups about his company and my background.
When you're in any situation career related, look for ways in which your background fits with the company or organization. You carry your history with you, and the skills and insights from past experiences are what provide you with the ability to be successful (or not!) in any new context.
For me, my history with Internet marketing and SEO fit well with what they were trying to do, and it made the conversation interesting for the both of us.
Do you have a similar story from the fair? Like... did you find a company that you didn't expect? What about an insight from the fair? What about an internship program you're really excited about?
Or even better: tips you want me to pass onto the boss about the fair?
Just post them as a comment (and if it is a suggestion, I'll be sure to pass it on for you).
-Nick
Peer Advisor
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