Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» How to build your network on the job» Join professional associations and organizations Here are some of the benefits of joining a professional association: Professional associations are a great way to connect with professionals in the field, they offer different networking opportunities such as social events and conferences. Professional […]
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Connect with colleagues online
Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» How to build your network on the job» Connect with colleagues online Online communication can be efficient in the workplace but there are also challenges. When connecting with colleagues online, it's good to remember basic email etiquette. Here are some tips to consider before you decide: Click […]
Connect with colleagues in person
Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» How to build your network on the job» Connect with colleagues in person Forming a good rapport is very important when creating relationship with others. Here are some tips to effectively connect with others: Start simple, use common courtesy, practice office etiquette Join professional associations and organizations to connect […]
Use social media cautiously
Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» Use social media cautiously» Use social media cautiously Tips for Managing Your Online Identity/Presence When employed, familiarize yourself with your company’s policy on computer use, including social media use, and abide by it Learn about privacy laws, off-duty conduct policies, and rules of professional conduct that apply to you, […]
Know your workplace’s device etiquette
Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» Know your workplace’s device etiquette» Know your workplace’s device etiquette Mobile Manners: The Appropriate Use of Mobile Devices in the Workplace Exercising proper etiquette with your mobile phone or device in the workplace can have an impact on your professional image so it’s important to practice good mobile manners. […]
Practice good email etiquette
Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» How to fit into your workplace» Practice good email etiquette 12 Tips for Writing Effective Emails How you write an email tells a lot about you. If you want to make a positive impression, you need to take the time to craft a professional and appropriate email that enhances […]
Understand workplace culture
Students & New Grads» Succeed on the job» How to fit into your workplace» Understand workplace culture Every workplace has its own unique culture and distinct identity. The culture of an organization or department reflects in the behaviour and daily work practices of their employees, which impact the office environment. This includes methods of communication, quality of […]
Decide which skills and experiences you want to develop
Students & New Grads» Want to build skills and experience?» How to develop specific skills» Decide which skills and experiences you want to develop Need help deciding which skills and experiences you want to develop? Try this skills identification exercise to help you identify your strengths and areas of development or participate in the Becoming YU […]
Ask for specific opportunities at your job or volunteer placement
Students & New Grads» Want to build skills and experience?» How to develop specific skills» Ask for specific opportunities at your job or volunteer placement Jobs and/or volunteer placements are great places for skill building. Just because your job may not be your “career job” (eg. It's a part-time job with basic tasks that provide […]
Describe your experiences in a way that resonates with employers
Students & New Grads» Want to build skills and experience?» How to leverage your experiential education or on-campus experiences» Describe your experiences in a way that resonates with employers Throughout your time at York you're developing a wide variety of skills, gaining experience and celebrating accomplishments—all of which are transferable to the workplace and are valued […]
