One month strong for our 2024 interns! 🐄 💻 🌱
They have been "churning" out excellence working on their projects, collaborating and networking with teams, exploring their new communities, while learning about what it means to be a #cooperative. From the field, the plant, to the farm, and the office, our interns have #cultivated so much success in 30 days!
We're looking forward to our next half of summer together before welcoming them all back to Minnesota to deliver their final presentations.
Here's to our Land O'Lakes 2024 #interns! You all are doing amazing!
#EarlyTalent#LOLIntern24#RootedinTomorrow#LifeAtLandOLakes
Communication and Development final year student at the University of Bamenda, with the arts to plan, project ideas, and experiences with visual and textual content.
coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, but working together is a success. The way a team plays as a whole definitely determine its success, with reason being that one might be surrounded by big brains, which may be worth nothing if the game isn't collective. However, success can barely be error free, which implies that one has to learn from a mistake to become better. and if one learns from a mistake, then that mistake wasn't a mistake anymore, but a lesson...another week coming down at COMAGEND COMAGEND#Internship#PersonalDevelopment#EmpowerMeDontBlameMe
Thrilled to Share a Significant Milestone in My Continuous Journey of Self Growth and Exploration!
If you're someone who thrives on challenges, takes initiative, and is eager to evolve from an intern to a full-time team member, we have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Intern. Ready for the transformation? Contact me for more details!
👇 Now let's enjoy my story and join me if you feel it inspiring 🤗
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🍀 Embracing the Challenge: From a Research Intern to Sales Executives
At LiveIn, I embarked on a transformative journey that stretched my abilities and redefined my career choice.
Joining LiveIn as a research intern, I was comfortable analyzing numbers and trends behind the scenes. However, fate had other plans for me. One day, my manager approached me with an unexpected opportunity: to transition into the role of a Demand Executive. My initial reaction? Fear. Sales had always been my Achilles’ heel - I associated it with rejection, uncertainty, and high-pressure interactions. But deep down, I knew this was my chance to grow.
😰 Facing the Unknown:
I dove headfirst into my new role. The first few weeks were challenging. Rejections from potential clients hit hard. I stumbled over my words, struggling to understand their needs. It felt like I was navigating a maze without a map. Doubt crept in, and I questioned my decision to step out of my comfort zone.
🤝 A Supportive Network:
Thankfully, LiveIn’s commitment to employee growth wasn’t just something written on paper. My manager provided unwavering support, encouraging me to learn, adapt, and persevere. His belief in my potential fueled my determination.
📝 Learning the Art of Sales:
Then I immersed myself in understanding our products, customer pain points, and unique selling propositions (USPs). I also tried to captivate new knowledge in Sales as well as tried to talk more with the customers. Gradually, I decoded the psychology of sales—the delicate balance between empathy and persuasion. I learned to listen actively, uncover hidden needs, and tailor solutions to each client.
🤩 Turning Rejections into Opportunities:
With newfound knowledge, I faced rejection differently. Instead of feeling defeated, I saw it as an opportunity to refine my approach. I tweaked my pitch, asked better questions, and genuinely connected with clients. Slowly but surely, the tide turned. Deals materialized, propelling my confidence to new heights.
🔥 The Transformation:
In retrospect, that pivotal moment - when I said yes to Sales - was a turning point. It taught me resilience, adaptability, and the power of mentorship. LiveIn didn’t just support my transition; they empowered it.
Thanks LiveIn.com for being a crucial part of my professional career development! And special thanks Dickson Chew for being such a great leader!
Excited to share the second chapter of our "Intern Turned FTE" series, spotlighting Trinh Le!
Her journey to becoming a full-time employee is a testament to her hard work, resilience, and courageous nature. Join us in celebrating Trinh's accomplishments and stay tuned for more inspiring stories from our incredible team!
Ready to kickstart your career at LiveIn? Contact our helpful and friendly TA Kelly K. and Nicholas Wang to discover more internship opportunities!
#LiveInsiders#LifeAtLiveIn#LiveInVietnam#EmployeeJourney#EmployerBranding#CareerGrowth#TeamSuccess
Thrilled to receive a Certificate of Participation from CliMed for my internship, along with attending the enlightening webinar on 'Stress Less, Live More' on April 20th.
Gratitude to CliMed for the enriching internship experience and to the webinar hosts for the invaluable insights on stress management. Excited to integrate these learnings into my daily life. Here's to continued growth and well-being! 🌟 #CliMed#Internship#StressManagement"
With my daughter Anna starting a summer internship at Brillect this week, I'm reminded of a quote that came across my computer a few weeks ago, "Be the person you needed when you were younger."
In the next few weeks, college-age interns will be starting in offices everywhere. What if we all went beyond the basic, 'Hello, nice to meet you," to honestly share those pieces of advice or insight that would have made a difference when we were starting out? It doesn't have to be big to be impactful. Schedule a lunch with them, take the time to meet with them, and encourage them to ask questions.
No matter our role, we all have something to offer those just starting their careers. I'd love to hear from others with ideas or advice on how to pay it forward in the coming days and weeks. What advice made a difference in your career? What have you done to encourage or support an intern or young professional at your office?
#mentorship#internships#careerdevelopment#payitforward
🌟 Reflections from our Intern Experience Facilitator 🌟
Meet, Annie Wood- A community builder, Chief of Staff over at Tellwell Story Co., and facilitator for our Intern Experience! In reflecting on the summer, we wanted to share Annie's insights on the students, content, and what made this program so special.
1. What surprised you most over the last 10 weeks?
"Surprisingly, many of the interns were incredibly clear about the experiences they sought in their communities and internships. They knew exactly what skills they wanted to develop and how to pave their path towards a successful career. Their determination and focus were truly inspiring."
2. What about this group of students stood out to you?
"This group of students stood out for their unwavering reflection and eagerness to dive deep into conversations to enhance their learning. They remained curious and engaged throughout the entire program, bringing back valuable stories on how they've been applying their newfound knowledge."
3. What did you love most about the Intern Experience curriculum?
"The Intern Experience curriculum is a true masterpiece in itself. I love how it builds on the students' knowledge week after week, weaving key themes throughout their learning journey. What truly warms my heart is that all this growth and exploration culminate in a final presentation where each intern shares profound insights they've gained about themselves."
At Folkways, we believe in empowering young minds through experiential learning, and it fills us with joy to see these interns thriving in their personal and professional development.
#InternExperience#ExperientialLearning#PersonalDevelopment#FolkwaysImpact
You don't have to wait for a title to lead. Lead where you are. #interns