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What I’d wish I’d known at the start of my career
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I am Chloe NichollsStartup marketing, PR and growth strategist
You can find me at @thatgirl_chloe
Hello!
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Hindsight is a beautiful thing!
My advice for anyone breaking into their career path today.
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Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress; working hard for something we
love is called passion!
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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
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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!
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Learn to code
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Why is this important?
Source
Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2015 Source
Workshape Developer Survey 2016
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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
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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
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Get the experience you need
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But most of all enjoy the journey!
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Never stop learning
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What’s your big idea?
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Any questions ?
You can find me at
◉ Twitter @thatgirl_chloe
Thanks!
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