1.
What I’d wish
I’d known at the start of my career

2.
I am Chloe Nicholls
Startup marketing, PR and growth strategist
You can find me at @thatgirl_chloe
Hello!

3.
Hindsight is a beautiful thing!
My advice for anyone breaking into their career path today.

4.
“
Working hard for something we
don’t care about is called stress;
working hard for something we
love is called passion!

5.
Develop your online profile
◉ Use your real identity and build your profile
◉ What makes you tick?
◉ Share interesting links, events and your blogs
◉ Create an About.me or Strikingly page
◉ Join an online community i.e. Github for coders

6.
Learn a digital skill
◉ Technology is ubiquitous, it’s everywhere
◉ Learning to code can set you apart from the pack
◉ Digital skills continue to be in demand
◉ Empower yourself to solve problems
◉ Don’t be the consumer, be the creator!

7.
Learn to code

8.
Why is this important?
Source
Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2015
Source
Workshape Developer Survey 2016

9.
People are your best source of
knowledge
◉ Go to events and meet people
◉ Be curious and ask questions
◉ Find the gatekeeper of your industry
◉ Pick your tribe and immerse yourself in the
community

10.
Work for a startup
◉ It’s a great way to throw yourself into the deep end
◉ You can take ownership of your career path
◉ Gain as much experience via internships
◉ It’s a collaborative and supportive community

11.
Get the experience you need

12.
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But most of all enjoy the journey!

13.
Never stop learning

14.
What’s your big idea?

15.
Any questions ?
You can find me at
◉ Twitter @thatgirl_chloe
Thanks!
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