What I’d wish I’d known at the start of my career

I am Chloe NichollsStartup marketing, PR and growth strategist

You can find me at @thatgirl_chloe

Hello!

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!

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

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!

Learn to code

Why is this important?

Source

Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2015 Source

Workshape Developer Survey 2016

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

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

Get the experience you need

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But most of all enjoy the journey!

Never stop learning

What’s your big idea?

Any questions ?

You can find me at

◉ Twitter @thatgirl_chloe

Thanks!

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