Test article - February 23
COVID forced an abrupt change to the daily working lives of millions. In terms of our well-being, are we worse or better off for it?
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DON’T randomly show up at events asking strangers for favours. Asking people you don't know for business or a job is not what networking is about. It’s like asking someone to marry you on the first date.
DO talk about your strengths, but don’t brag. Self-promotion doesn’t sit well with a lot of people. Instead, focus on letting people get to know you.
DON’T go into networking situations with fixed outcomes in mind. Networking involves getting to know people as people, without thinking about how they can serve you. It’s not transactional, it’s relational.
DO reach out to people in your network you haven’t spoken to in a while. The benefits of networking are through your existing networks, the people who know you the best.
DO be proactive. Many people make the mistake of only networking when they need something. Dig your well before you’re thirsty, as the saying goes. Networking is a continuous long-term proposition.
DON’T ask binary (yes/no) questions in a conversation. Choose open-ended questions that invite dialogue.
DO be curious. Believe everyone has an interesting story to tell and seek to learn from others. To network well we need to practice the art of conversation, and that's where curiosity comes into play.
DON’T forget to follow up! Conversations that create connection and spark collaboration and learning are what you’re looking for. If it's there and if it's mutual, suggesting a follow-up chat or a virtual coffee will seem natural.
DO initiate. There are fewer opportunities for informal interaction these days, so we must be intentional to build relationships. That requires us to be courageous and step out of our comfort level. What can you start, and whom can you bring together?
- Send a message of thanks to a professor
- Take a selfie during Virtual Graduation and tag it with #UBCgrad and/or #UBCOgrad
- Purchase UBC school swag
- Thank your family and loved ones for their support
- Sign up for the alumni UBC app
- Register for UBC Celebrates Together for a chance to win one of 10 UBC Green Ribbon crewneck
- Send a gift or greeting card to a fellow grad
- Share a photo on social media from your first year
- Make a donation to a cause that matters to you
- Personalize and share your StageClip
- Connect with alumni around the world
- Share a graduation meme
- Plan a virtual meet up with friends (e.g., virtual games night, movie night, dinner)
- Add UBC Homecoming to your calendar
- September 17-19: Vancouver
- September 24-25: Okanagan
As you reflect on your years of hard work and dedication, consider making a list of things you would like to do to commemorate and celebrate your accomplishments. Here we share a graduation bucket list with ideas to get you started.
The day after the Russian invasion, an LSU publicity person emailed asking for the names of experts on the history of Russia and Ukraine in my department, because she was getting lots of inquiries from the local media. I told her we have none. 1/3
— Christine Kooi (@ChristineKooi) February 26, 2022
The day after the Russian invasion, an LSU publicity person emailed asking for the names of experts on the history of Russia and Ukraine in my department, because she was getting lots of inquiries from the local media. I told her we have none. 1/3
— Christine Kooi @christinekooi.bsky.social (@ChristineKooi) February 26, 2022
DON’T randomly show up at events asking strangers for favours. Asking people you don't know for business or a job is not what networking is about. It’s like asking someone to marry you on the first date.
DON’T randomly show up at events asking strangers for favours. Asking people you don't know for business or a job is not what networking is about. It’s like asking someone to marry you on the first date.
DO talk about your strengths, but don’t brag. Self-promotion doesn’t sit well with a lot of people. Instead, focus on letting people get to know you.
DON’T go into networking situations with fixed outcomes in mind. Networking involves getting to know people as people, without thinking about how they can serve you. It’s not transactional, it’s relational.
DO reach out to people in your network you haven’t spoken to in a while. The benefits of networking are through your existing networks, the people who know you the best.
DO be proactive. Many people make the mistake of only networking when they need something. Dig your well before you’re thirsty, as the saying goes. Networking is a continuous long-term proposition.
DON’T ask binary (yes/no) questions in a conversation. Choose open-ended questions that invite dialogue.
DO be curious. Believe everyone has an interesting story to tell and seek to learn from others. To network well we need to practice the art of conversation, and that's where curiosity comes into play.
DON’T forget to follow up! Conversations that create connection and spark collaboration and learning are what you’re looking for. If it's there and if it's mutual, suggesting a follow-up chat or a virtual coffee will seem natural.
DO initiate. There are fewer opportunities for informal interaction these days, so we must be intentional to build relationships. That requires us to be courageous and step out of our comfort level. What can you start, and whom can you bring together?
DO talk about your strengths, but don’t brag. Self-promotion doesn’t sit well with a lot of people. Instead, focus on letting people get to know you.
DON’T go into networking situations with fixed outcomes in mind. Networking involves getting to know people as people, without thinking about how they can serve you. It’s not transactional, it’s relational.
DON’T randomly show up at events asking strangers for favours.
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Zimt's chocolate bars are vegan, organic, and wrapped in compostable packaging.
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Cristina Dias Carneiro's family's coffee farm is dedicated to caring for the planet and the community.
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Okanagan Lifestyle Apparel's "Shred 'Til Bed" T-shirt was designed by UBCO alum Ashleigh Green.
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Well Kept's safety razor comes in four colours: rose, cream, black, and kelp.
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Kelowna locals can refill their products at Chickpeace Refillery to reduce plastic waste.
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