Developing a healthy online presence, especially transitioning from high school to college. Other tips on networking, success mindset and college planning.
2. ICE BREAKER
What social media
sites are you
currently active
on?
For what purpose
do you use these
sites?
Name a positive
experience that
you’ve had on
social media.
3.
4.
5. BENEFITS OF SOCIAL
MEDIA
• Personal branding
• Learn about different “life” paths through other’s shared
content
• Networking
• Opportunities
• Ability to influence others
CHALLENGES OF
SOCIAL MEDIA
• Consistency
• Surveillance
• Patience
10. We all have our own paths; the sooner you accept your own, the
sooner you can begin to followyour bliss.
11. How is your education adding value
to your future?
12. I MADE MY
EDUCATION COUNT
Worked 4 public relations/marketing internships
Obtained public speaking opportunities
Attended professionalism events on campus
Created an opportunity from scratch
Had mentors and served as a mentor
Studied abroad
13.
14. PROFESSIONALISM TIPS THAT
HELPED ME GET AHEAD
• Network like crazy
• Treat everyone as if they are a CEO
• Participate in your local community
• Eventbrite
• Volunteer
• Gain professional experience
• Be intentional
15. QUICK NETWORKING TIPS FOR
THE YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
• Know your dreams and
goals
• Know your strengths
• Be a connector
• Ask for informational
interviews
• Must-have tools:
business card, LinkedIn
or personal website,
updated resume,
elevator pitch
I want to live a life
that includes….
16. MORE QUICK TIPS
• Follow-up within 2 days
• “Luck is preparedness – period!”
• The Slight Edge, Jeff Olson
• Take others out to coffee…to learn
• Dream big
• Take baby steps
17. LAST THOUGHTS…GOLDEN
NUGGETS
• Stop trying to be perfect and get obsessed with
progress
• Know your WHY
• Read A LOT…
• Take mentorship from people who have the
lifestyle you want
• NEVER stop moving towards your dreams
• Especially when they seem too big and out of
your reach
• Guard your association