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Episode 37: Advice to those New in the Industry

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Main Topic: Advice to those New to the Industry 1. Interviewing for your first job in the industry 1. What to expect 1. Know what your level is (i.e. not everyone is a Facebooker on day 1) 2. Negotiating for the job 2. Getting the new job 1. Adjusting to the culture 1. Baptism by fire 2. Working late -- not all the time. 3. Making mistakes 2. The hours and proving yourself 1. Show that you’re willing to go the distance 2. Show that you’re a team player 3. But don’t let them overwork you. Deathmarch. 4. Talk about your work, celebrate your wins. 3. Finding your place 1. Routines 1. Getting in at the same time 2. Lunch away from the desk 3. Knowing when something requires a meeting. Know how to hold a meeting. 1. Have a specific question that needs answering 2. Have the relevant background material ready 3. Involve ONLY the people that need to be there. 4. Get to the point ASAP. 4. Knowing the job and getting ready to move on (or not) 1. When is it time to go? 2. Don’t be the smartest person in the room. Know when to move on. 1. Know thyself. 5. Last minute advice 1. Save your money and get that 401k setup quickly -- be sure to keep an eye on it too! 2. Don’t increase your lifestyle as you increase your pay. 3. Build your personal life as you build your professional one. Develop hobbies, don’t neglect other relationships. 4. Take PTO! Don’t work yourself to death 5. Try to show leadership 6. Ask for help!