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Steve Jobs' story of cold-calling Bill Hewlett at just 12 years old illustrates a fundamental truth: the act of asking for help is a powerful step towards achieving one's goals.   This tale of Jobs finding Hewlett's number in the phone book,  calling him to ask for spare parts and Hewlett offering him an internship, resonates with me.   It highlights the importance of initiative and the willingness to reach out for guidance. In my career as a Recruiter, I've witnessed the transformative impact of mentorship and support. Whether it's seeking advice, mentorship, or simply a listening ear, the courage to ask can unlock doors previously thought closed. Encouraging openness among professionals creates a culture where seeking help is seen not as a weakness but as a strategic move towards personal and professional growth. The difference between those who dream and those who achieve is often the simple act of reaching out.  Whether you're navigating career transitions or searching for your next opportunity, remember that asking for help is a sign of strength and foresight.

This week, our Unilever Future Leaders Program North America Class of 2024 begin their careers with us and start their orientation week! This coincides with our impressive intern class hitting their midpoint. Summer is flying by 😎 This time of fresh starts has me reflecting on some advice that I give our program associates on their first day. Whether you’re midway through an internship, joining a development or rotational program, or starting your first job, I hope these tips can help make your transition from school to career a bit easier.  ️ ⭐ Spend lots of time listening, then take what you’ve heard and ask questions. Listening allows you to understand the leadership & communication styles of your colleagues. Asking questions shows you’re an active listener and you are invested in making thoughtful contributions. ️ ⭐ Turn your observations & questions into action. What can you do in your role within 30, 60, or 90 days with what you’ve learned that will make a real impact?  ️ ⭐ Build a brag sheet. You are your own number one champion. Nobody except for you will ever know the full scope of your accomplishments. Keeping a personal record of them will allow you to demonstrate to your manager, your mentors, and yourself the areas of strength and opportunity you possess. It will also make completing your year-end self-evaluation much easier.  ️ ⭐ Network with everyone, and I mean everyone. Some of the strongest connections you can build are with people you may not work with directly.  ️ ⭐ Remember you’re where you are for a reason. You likely beat out hundreds, if not thousands of applicants for your spot in the organization. Be proud -- you deserve to be! Did I miss any good advice for new grads or interns? Share some more in the comments. #UniquelyUnilever #earlycareers #leadershipdevelopment #UFLP

Young professionals are the future of supply chain. Growing young talent and giving us the resources to learn and develop into experts in our fields is critical to shaping the talent pipeline. Join Sam Nunez and I as we discuss our time at Purdue University School of Industrial Engineering, entering the workforce while navigating the pandemic, and how the supply chain career outlook has changed even in our short time in the workforce! Thanks so much to Ellen Wood for taking this idea and running with it!

COVID-19 had incredible impacts on the supply chain that are still making waves in today’s society. But what about the students entering the industry at the time? Compared to their peers who struggled with internships that were canceled or shifted to remote, supply chain interns jumped in full force to face challenges never seen before in the industry. They had to problem-solve quickly with limited resources andworkforce constraints, all while navigating shifts in their personal lives and habits. In this episode, we’re joined by two of those next-gen supply chain leaders, Sam Nunez , Initiatives Operations Leader for Bounty at Procter & Gamble and Claire Konz , Supply Chain Consultant at Miebach. We break down their unique experiences entering the field, the hard and soft skills necessary to learn for success today, the importance of continuous development and learning and more. Tune in below 🎧

⬅️ S T R E T C H Y O U R S E L F ➡️ It’s intern season again, and this year brings not only a new class of interns, but at Consumers Energy we welcomed a new VP and are said goodbye to our outgoing VP. Our interns are at the very start of their careers, while our new VP is a seasoned veteran with many years of experience. More radically, our outgoing VP is leaving corporate America behind for the classroom. They all have one thing in common: they are stretching themselves by taking on an entirely new and different experience.   Taking on a new experience – whether it’s an enormous career change, taking on a new project, or simply taking a new route on your evening walk with the dog – brings a range of emotions: excitement, thrills, anticipation, discomfort, fear, or even the occasional “what the hell did I just do” moment. Trying something new, big or small, has brain benefits: increases dopamine, boosts confidence, increases mindfulness, and helps diminish negative thoughts and emotions.  Those new experiences, even with the flubs, failures, and learnings along the way will stretch your mind in a new way.  And once you’ve stretched your mind, that experience will forever change you.   When is the last time you tried something new?  I’d love to hear about your experience.   Reference and great read: https://lnkd.in/eyAnmeHi Image credit: Lila Lazarus

Hosting a newly graduated IT Intern can be a rewarding experience for not only you and your business but can also be life changing for these young professionals.

The third installment in our spring Tiv Talks webinar series is here! These sessions, led by Protiviti's Graduate Recruiting Team, focus on what it is like to be an intern at Protiviti and what the beginning of your career could look like. Register now for this session to learn more!

The third installment in our spring Tiv Talks webinar series is here! These sessions, led by Protiviti's Graduate Recruiting Team, focus on what it is like to be an intern at Protiviti and what the beginning of your career could look like. Register now for this session to learn more!

The third installment in our spring Tiv Talks webinar series is here! These sessions, led by Protiviti's Graduate Recruiting Team, focus on what it is like to be an intern at Protiviti and what the beginning of your career could look like. Register now for this session to learn more!

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