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In my June monthly recap I included a photo of me in a new office and announced that I'd left IBM to join Looker. If you've followed along with my IBM journey (both my internship and full time experience) you'd probably think I would never, ever leave the company. And frankly, I thought the day that I'd hand in my resignation would be far in the future too. However, it was the right time for me to make a change and I'm so happy I did. This post is going to be part story and part advice for how to navigate looking for a new role. I learned a lot through the process and want to share the things I did well and the things I could have done better. Settle in for a long post :) First for some background. I was working as an Account Executive at IBM in the Watson Financial Services group. I was sourcing opportunities, working with clients to understand their needs, demonstrating how IBM could add value, creating and negotiating quotes, and closing business. I was working with some of the largest financial institutions in the United States and it was an incredible first opportunity for someone out of college. I am so grateful for all that I learned. The role was not without its challenges, of course. I realized that I wanted to be in a less remote environment (I did not have an office to go to where I could see teammates, only an office for sales people from across the organization) and I wanted to sell a product that I was more passionate about. It look me a long time and countless conversations with Joe and my family and mentors to finally get to the point of being ready to look elsewhere. I was so attached to the idea of being an IBMer for life and proving myself at the company that I lost sight of my own personal growth, wellbeing, and happiness. I approached my manager and explained my view and why I decided it was time for me to pursue something new. She was understanding and encouraged me to seek new opportunities internally and externally. Soon after I spoke with a friend of mine who left IBM and went to work at Google. She suggested I consider a company called Looker. Not even a week later a recruiter reached out to me and I started interviewing. Within a month I had secured a job as an Account Executive and handed in my resignation at IBM. Not even a week later Google announced that they'll be acquiring Looker! So now I'll be working with my friend who turned me on to the company in the first place! Ok, let's talk about what I did well first and then evaluate what I should have done better. Transparency with my manager When I called my manager to let her know that I accepted the job at Looker, it wasn't a surprise. I was looking around internally and externally for a little less than a month before I engaged with Looker, and I had already talked with my manager so she wasn't blindsided. Her support and encouragement made this process smooth and, aside from her being awesome, the reason I had this support was because of the strong relationship I'd built with her while in my role. Always trying my best, communicating clearly and consistently, and following through on what I said I was going to do set me up for a successful relationship with my manager. Clear criteria for what I wanted in a new role Knowing what you want is hard and takes time. I was constantly battling the idea of not having enough experience to know what I wanted. However, you know the core things that are important to you. Once I understood what I needed in a new role I was able to communicate that to recruiters, managers internally, and those interviewing me. Aside from knowing how much you want to make and your skills, get clear on how you want to develop professionally and what is important enough to make a difference to you. Strong handle on how to sell myself I am very proud that I was hired for my current role. There was a certain number of years of experience that the company had in mind, however through conversations to understand exactly what was needed in the job I was able to demonstrate why my experience was valuable and why the number of years was not as relevant. When you are faced with an opportunity where you are not the obvious fit, don't be afraid to ask more questions to understand why your interviewer may be hesitant and be ready to clearly lay out how you can address their concerns. One of the best things you can do is ask if they have any reservations. You want the interviewer to leave the meeting with no doubt of your capabilities and the more you can clear up immediately, the better. Alright, now it's time to take a look at what I could have done better. Being upfront when there wasn't a fit I took many opportunities to interview so I could learn more about what was out there and to continue to hone how I positioned myself. However, I could pretty quickly tell when it wouldn't be a good fit for me. I wish that I would have done a better job at communicating early and putting a stop to opportunities that weren't a match. It's not fair to drag out an interview process. The company ends up wasting time and so do you. When your gut tells you something isn't right, thank those interviewing you for the opportunity and respectfully withdraw. Letting emotions run the show I had so many high and low moments (mostly low) over the last 6 months when I was falling out of love with IBM, despairing over my crushed dream of being a life long IBMer, deciding to look for something new, and finally making a decision. Tears were shed, family and friends were forced to talk in circles, and I made the process more difficult than it needed to be. I identified so strongly with my job and felt like a failure for leaving. However, I learned that the stakes are never really as high as we think and in the end you have to focus on what is right for you versus what you perceive others will think of you. Changing jobs, especially for the first time, is daunting. But you will come out of the experience wiser and in a better position than when you started. Have you had a similar experience? I would love to hear what you've done when switching jobs. Are there any other topics you'd like me to delve into? -Alyssa J Follow
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A while back I wrote a blog post about the etiquette of going out with friends. I covered points like how to choose where to go and how to split the bill, and today I want to delve into the soft skills aspect of spending time with friends. As we get older, we have less and less time to dedicate to friendships. Not because they aren’t incredibly important or valuable, but because we have careers to grow and romantic relationships to nurture and family to spend our time with. Therefore, it is even more essential to bring your best self to all of your interactions with friends. Whether it’s phone calls or (how exciting!) in person meet ups, you have an obligation to yourself and to your friend to make your time well spent! Focus In my post on going out with friends I make brief mention of staying off your phone. Let me make a bigger deal of it here: AVOID USING YOUR PHONE. Normally I don’t use all caps because Joe once said to me that good writers don’t need to rely on punctuation like that to make a point, but I want to doubly make my point, so there. Unless you’re showing pictures to accompany the story you’re telling or looking up a resource you want to recommend, please respect each other enough to really focus on your conversation. I use the word “focus” instead of just the phrase “stay off your phone” because there can be distractions that aren’t electronic. If you’re catching up with a friend on the phone and want to multitask (do the dishes, dust, pretty much mindless cleaning is the only exception here), make sure to give the person the heads up and ensure that it doesn’t take away from you listening to the conversation. Ask questions (and follow up questions) When you’re having a conversation, make sure to split time equally as best as you can. If you find yourself an hour in to a lunch date and you’ve yet to ask the other person about a single thing that’s going on with them, you’re not on the right track. That’s not to say that sometimes a conversation won’t be more about one person than the other (things go on in people’s lives that need attention!), but if this is happening on a consistent basis you’re not building or developing your relationship. I mention follow up questions because this is what shows you truly care. Anyone can ask “how are things going at work?” Great friends will listen to your response carefully and then ask a question based on what you said and progress the conversation to a deeper level. Getting past the surface level catch up is key. Also, once you learn more about the things that are important to your friend (her upcoming job interview, the party she's planning for her mother), check in with her when it happens! Remembering what a friend tells you and following up afterwards shows how well you listen and how much you care. I unabashedly put my friends' important events into my calendar so I am sure to send them a text or make a quick call. Smile, laugh, have fun! Try to do things and talk about things that are amusing and up-lifting. While friends are a great support and sounding board, it’s not fair or healthy to make every interaction a complaining/vent session. A friend is a person you should have fun with and leave each other’s company happier than before. Do activities that are enjoyable (if you’re competitive, go to an arcade, if you’re creative, take photos together) and make an effort to have at least one solid belly laugh per hang out. With these foundational skills in mind, you can make the most of your time with friends and have a greater appreciation for your friendship (that’s another one! Thank your friends often for all they do for you and tell them how much they mean to you). How do you make sure you’re cultivating your relationships and keeping etiquette in mind? Check out more friendship posts here: How to Stay Close with Friends Post-Grad 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Friendships -AJF Follow
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I've been working on my CA (Community Advisor, or RA at other schools) pre-move in training and can't believe that it's almost time to go back to school! It seriously feels like summer just started, but I'm not upset in the least. I'm a complete nerd and like nothing better than to hit the books again (or, more accurately, continue hitting the books, but add in more academic pursuits). In honor of back to school season, I've rounded up some college posts from the blog to make it easy for you to get ready to tackle the new school year, whether it's your first year or, sadly like me, your last. For The Freshman Why It's Ok Not To Drink In College Contacting Your Roommate For The 1st Time College: Expectations v Reality How To Pick Your Major What You Need To Know Your First Month Of College Dorm Life Move-In Day Etiquette The Minimalist's Guide To College Packing Academic When You Need Academic Help Class Registration: The Comprehensive Guide 5 Ways To Increase Your Focus Not Ivy League? Not A Problem Office Hours Etiquette College Study Tips How To Save Money On Textbooks College Life Dining Hall Etiquette Make The Most Of Your Morning Routine 3 Ways To Do Your Own Thing In College, Less Is More How To Get Involved How To Save Money In College 5 Ways To Avoid Stress This Semester 3 Easy Ways To Put Yourself Out There How To Think About Having It All I hope you find these posts helpful as you get ready to go back to school! Are there any other topics you are curious about? Let me know in the comments. -AJF Follow
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