Having a mentor on your side can be a huge help in the job search process. To find and keep a good one, you need to know how to first build the relationship.
Start by knowing exactly what you want. Decide what you want out of the mentor relationship and how you want it to work before pursuing one.
Don’t make up any problems. When your mentor asks you how they can help, have an answer ready, so that you don’t have to make up a problem on the spot.
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The range of academic pursuits is growing for online degrees. There are more opportunities now outside of health care, information technology and education.
Students can now earn a degree in fire and emergency services online. Colorado State University is now offering a program for students.
Other degrees aviation, integrative health and horticulture.
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There’s more to being a social media manager than just knowing how to use Facebook and Twitter. The best people for the job know how to track, measure and analyze social media efforts, and offer a number of special skills.
Social media managers need to be good communicators. They are the voice for the brand, and they know exactly how to adapt their communication based on the platform.
Creativity is also a must. And it’s not just about writing either. You need to have good visual skills as well. There’s lots of competition on social media, so you need to know how to stand out in a crowd.
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It’s normal to grow close to your co-workers. After all, you do spend 40 hours a week with them. But when a co-worker is going through a personal crisis, it can be difficult to know how exactly to help them without crossing the line.
Let your colleague know you’re there for them. Be approachable, but don’t ask too many questions or pry into their life.
Don’t offer your co-worker advice, unless they specifically ask for it. You want to make them feel comforted, so don’t share your opinions.
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Sometimes when you’re working it can feel like you’re going solo, instead of contributing to a team. Take a few simple steps to ensure that your employees feel the bonds of teamwork.
Encourage team members to ask for feedback and share the progress of each project your team is working on. Make everyone feel involved along the way.
Hold regular meetings to give your employees updates on projects. Have everyone share what they’re working on to expose any opportunities for collaboration.
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