We've all heard the saying it's not about what you know, it's about who you know. Is that true? 
Does our career success rest solely on who we know?
What if we don't know anyone?
What do you do?
How do you break into these amazing opportunities? 
How do we thrive in our careers when we don't have inside connections?

Let's explore! 

Over time you are going to build your reputation with great work. You'll build relationships when you: 

Perform
Exceed expectations
People can count on your to get the job done 
Help others 
Be someone people feel comfortable talking to 

Confidentially
Being a human 


Start with your first job: 
Perform
Exceed goals
Ask your manager what their goals are

Help get them there 


Volunteer for extra projects 
Solve business problems 
Help your team reach their goals 

When you're ready to leave: 

Leave on great terms: 

Longer than normal notice 
Offer to help train your replacement 
Ask what you can do to make the transition as seamless as possible 
Want to keep in touch
Ask if needed, can you use your manager as a reference
If your leader was super awesome leave them a recommendation on LinkedIn

Side note: do this for your great colleagues as well 




Starting your new job: 
Find out what the vision is 
Why were you hired?

Problem?
Growth?
= Insights on how you can contribute 


What are your personal goals?
What expectations does your manager have of you?
Schedule / request regular check ins or 1:1 with your manager 

What are you doing well
What do you need to work on
General feedback 
Day to day updates / questions / etc. 


Rinse and repeat ?
Over time you will build your network and your connections 

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Go be your amazing self today!!! 

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