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Today was mid-summer performance review time at CHS Inc. with my summer college intern. Now, some managers may cringe when performance review time rolls around. I, on the other hand look forward to it! And here's why: ✔️ This is time for you as a leader to really listen. Hear what is going well and what might not be going so well. ✔️ Now that you've listened repeat what you've heard. ✔️ Next ask clarifying or thought provoking questions. This shows that you care about them and are as excited about their future as they are. ✔️ Last, allow plenty of time for your intern to ask you questions. You never know when they might need some advice or guidance. #InternsRock #LeadersListen #DevelopmentOfOthers #FutureLeaders

The future is bright at Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union! By welcoming interns into our organizations, companies gain several benefits: 💯 Fresh Perspectives: Interns often bring new ideas and approaches, helping the company stay innovative and adaptable to changing markets. 💯 Talent Pipeline: Developing interns can lead to full-time hires who are already familiar with the company culture and workflows, reducing future hiring costs and training time. 💯 Learning and Development: A culture of continuous learning is fostered, benefiting both the interns and existing employees through mentorship and knowledge exchange. 💯 Enhanced Employer Brand: Intern programs demonstrate a commitment to education and career development, making the company more attractive to future job seekers and enhancing its reputation. Supporting interns creates a mutually beneficial environment, promoting growth and innovation within the company while providing valuable experience for the interns. It was an absolute honor to be able to spend the afternoon with an incredibly talented future workforce. Their stories were inspiring, and their questions were truly thought provoking! Looking forward to witnessing their continued success! Mark, Sonya, Mary, Zachary, Robert, Edward, Barbara, Julie, Edward, Karen, Glenn, Jim, Casy, Dr. Steven L. Hall, Bob

Is a student's offer to work "for free" too good to be true? Maybe! I've written an article about the potential legal exposure companies may face if they treat workers as "unpaid interns" as opposed to regular employees, and discussed a possible approach that may minimize the risk. #employmentlaw #wageandhour #misclassification

Last week the Financial Times published my thoughts on the pressures young financial professionals face at work and the culture of long hours in the industry. As someone with experience in both asset management and education, I’ve seen that critical skills like leadership, decision-making, and resilience can be developed in alternative environments and non-traditional career paths. This summer, I returned to lifeguarding on the Jersey Shore and witnessed firsthand how unplugging and engaging with real-world challenges can shape young people in ways that office-bound internships often can’t. If your student didn’t land a Wall Street internship, don’t worry—there are many ways to build experience and prepare for tomorrow’s challenges. My journey started in Wildwood Crest NJ as an ocean lifeguard then as a history major at the University of Vermont, ending with one summer as an accounts payable intern with a semiconductor company. Eight years before joining Goldman Sachs, I built my financial experience and acumen at two wonderful financial services firm, neither traditional. Like the majority of employees at Goldman, I began as an experienced hire, and found my way to Wall Street after cutting my teeth in Midtown and Main Street. Arriving eight years after graduating college gave me something I didn't have when I left Burlington, perspective. It wasn't much, but it was enough to understand what I wanted in an employer. Although Goldman was a good company, it wasn't for me. So when my former colleagues called and asked if I would be interested in continuing to grow that boutique I started with in 2003 into something bigger, I understood that was the career I wanted. As a friend wrote before me, I realized I wanted to build the ladder rather than climb it. It's not about choosing between Wall Street and the beach; it's about finding experiences that build resilience and character, wherever they may be. You can find the article at the link below. Although the title of the article is the FT's, the thoughts are mine. To the countless parents and students who have reached out to me since publication here and in The Philadelphia Inquirer, thank you. You'll get where you need to be even if it's with some stops along the way. I recommend making the beach one of them 🌊

Today is National Intern Day. At Baker, we are super excited about our latest class of interns — each of whom was handpicked because of their determination and get-it-done attitude. We’re keenly aware that many of today’s interns will be Baker’s leaders 5 or 10 years from now. That’s why we carefully curate each class of interns to identify talent that we know will be the right fit for Baker. The ones who have a fire in their belly. We don’t just go to a school and ask for their top 10 students. We don’t try to preselect people based simply on their area of focus. We put a tremendous amount of effort into filtering for the right people. We search high schools, trade schools, and colleges looking for that hungry, smart, smart grit that defines our culture here at Baker. We’re intensely protective of that culture, and that starts with the people we select. Each and every one of our interns has that spark.

During a Partner Insights session, one of our summer interns, Aiden, asked David M. Kaplan, C.P.A., "How did you decide that BRC was the right sized firm, given the options of larger or smaller firms?" Here is David's Response:

Are you hiring a summer intern or are you considering an offer to be one? Check out Kate's reminders on how to make sure your interns are correctly classified (and whether you need to pay them!) #interns #college #internship #unpaidintern #paidintern

🌟 Showcase Your Star Interns! 🌟 Investing in the future of Nebraska starts with celebrating the incredible talent within your company. We invite you to participate in our Student Story highlight and shine a spotlight on your amazing interns! Why Participate? 🌟 Showcase Talent: Highlight the skills and contributions of your interns, demonstrating their vital role in your success. 🚀 Boost Your Brand: Promote your company culture and work environment, attracting top talent and impressing potential clients. 💡 Inspire and Engage: Present your company as an exciting, innovative workplace, setting your business apart. 🔗 Connect with the Next Generation: Build early relationships with students, strengthening your talent pipeline. What We Need: - A student photo - Social media handles - A message from the student - A video (optional but highly recommended) Celebrate your interns and elevate your company's profile. Submit your star interns today here: https://vist.ly/36xq7 !

FRANCOISE BETTENCOURT MEYERS L'OREAL HEIRESS c/o: ODEON RESTAURANT & CAFE. TRIBECA NY WHAT'S ON THE TABLE UPSTAIRS.? I HOPE A NY HAMPTON BEACH HOUSE.! LATE JOSE' CHEF & LOUIE BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION GATESFOUNDATION.org TENRI CULTURAL INSTITUTE tenri.org https://lnkd.in/e55sRd8b https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 WonderMind.com: CRYPTO-FINANCE & REYGITONIUM-G MR. MS. TEEFEY & SELENA GOMEZ-RARE-SUPERSTAR. TCI GALLERY SPRING 2024 THEMES. CRYPTOCURRENCY & REYGITONIUM-G TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I ABSOLUTELY SEE NOTHING WRONG WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY: REYGITONIUM-G I CAN UNDERSTAND WHY THE INFANT DEMOCRATIC-CAPITALISTIC MINDS OF TODAY BLAME USA GOVERNMENT. THEN IS ANY GOVERNMENT TO BE BLAMED FOR HOMELESS PROBLEMS PLAGUING THE WORLD.? NO. GOD KNOWS HEADACHES USA GOVERNMENT HAVE WITH THE FOREIGN AFFAIRS. THE NEW WORLD PRACTICALLY SHOCK TO WITNESS. PEOPLE ONLY WORKING TOGETHER FOR A COMMON GOAL. "IN THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS." DOESN'T THAT ALSO INCLUDE THE HOMELESS. THE HOMELESS ARE OUT THERE. ARE YOU.? HOMELESS.. OPPORTUNITY MISUNDERSTOOD. The modern economic system is a market economy, which is a capitalist economy where people, not the government--NOT THE GOVERNMENT--own most businesses. In a capitalist economy, prices allocate capital and labor between competing uses, and capital assets can be privately owned and controlled. https://lnkd.in/eB98Jnv9 EXAMPLE, IF YOU NEED TO RAISE MONEY FOR ANY REASON OR MORE SO LETS SAY THE "HOMELESS" PROBLEM WHICH IS BELIEVED TO BE TIME & MONEY CONSUMING BUT IN ONE DIRECTION TOWARD THE HOMELESS. HOWEVER CRYPTOCURRENCY CAN POSSIBLE ALLOWS AN EXPENDITURE OF CURRENCY TO BENEFIT ALL WHO USES THE CRYPTO & REGARDLESS OF HOW IT'S CONSUMED. THEREFORE IF A CRYPTO HOMELESS CURRENCY REYGITONIUM-G EXISTED IT'S MORE HIGHLY LIKELY THAT THE HOMELESS PROBLEM CAN BE VANQUISHED BECAUSE CURRENCY-FINANCES IT'S ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO BE TAPPED INTO FOR HOMELESS RESOLUTIONS. REYGITONIUM-G: EACH COUNTRY GOVERNMENT INITIAL $1-DOLLAR INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO OF 8-BILLION EARTH CITIZENS. THEREAFTER GLOBALLY ANYBODY CAN INVEST IN THE CRYPTOCURRENCY REYGITONIUM-G. OR CONTINUE HIDING THE HOMELESS WHEN A POLITICAL LEADER VISITS AMERICA. CLOSING COMMENT: THE DAMNEDEST CRAZIEST FUNNIEST EMBARRASSING ABOUT THE HOMELESS CHAOS IS ANY EXCUSE AS TO WHY HOMELESS EXIST. HENCEFORTH CONSIDER USA TRILLIONS IN DEBT & 6,120 HOSPITALS SCATTERED AROUND THE USA & MANY COUNTRIES ASKING FOR FOREIGN AID IN THE TRILLIONS & YOU TALKING EXCUSES. MEANWHILE WE WANT TO SETTLE HUMANITY ON OTHER PLANETS. THANK YOU FOR READING.

#StarMountainCapital is proud to be the founding corporate partner of the Investment Club at University of South Florida. Star Mountain is committed to lifelong learning and recognizes the importance of undergraduate studies coupled with relevant internship experience to shape young professionals’ careers as they enter the financial services industry. #SMC runs a year-round paid undergraduate internship program, including in its Tampa office, and is pleased to provide this support to the Investment Club at USF encouraging students to reach farther and higher in their education and career development. Read more here: https://bit.ly/SMC-USF Star Mountain’s ~$4 billion AUM (committed capital including debt facilities as of 1/31/24) is from a network of investors including U.S. and international institutional investors and qualified high net worth investors seeking defensive, less volatile, higher alpha and less correlated returns. With team members in 20+ U.S. cities, Star Mountain is a specialized #AssetManagement firm focused on North American small and medium-sized businesses investing #Debt and #Equity directly into established operating companies as well as purchasing secondary fund and direct positions to provide early liquidity to investors. Star Mountain is a value-added lender with a team that has strong private equity and operating backgrounds to potentially help its portfolio companies grow in value. Learn more about Star Mountain here: https://lnkd.in/deG5DXS. #LMM #FundManagers #WealthManagers #InvestmentManagement #Secondaries #PrivateDebt