We’ve all heard the old saying “it’s not what you know, but who you know” and this can be rendered true in regards to communication. When it comes to job and opportunities, it all starts with the right communication and hopefully with the right people.
Recently, I was struggling with some major life decisions, especially what am I going to do after college, what about graduate school, and possible career. After speaking to a few people—about three—the connections just came flying in and I’m amazed at what I have accomplished in a matter of weeks.
I went from only having a faint idea to having regular email and phone conversations with people in the FBI, the forensic science unit, police departments around the state, and with various people in the United States Government—all whom are working with me to find the right place and right job (or internship) that fits my needs. Communication has been the basic tool in my minor self discovery trip and due to my branching out through communication I have a clear path ahead—if everything goes my way.
None of this would have been possible if I did not take that first step and professionally consulting with a few professors and other professionals about the steps to take. So next time when somebody tells you it’s all about who you know, listen!
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That is awesome! I was looking into the FBI as well!! I am also on the borderline about what I really want to do once I graduate (I really need to put some serious thought into it... I graduate in December).
I wish you the best of luck... and plan to bribe you with lunch/ coffee/ alcohol so you can spill about all the amazing information that you got ;-)
Girl I learn about that in the hard way. I am now going to keep all my contact no matter who or where. Who you know does help a lot.
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