Random Tips

This is a collection of random tips as you start your career.  Use the ones you like.  Ignore the ones you don't.

Scheduling a Meeting

Make sure you title the meeting from all attendees' perspective.  "Chat with Joe" is not a helpful title for Joe to receive from Moe.

Avoid the Word "Love" 

Save "love" for non-work communication.  Don't say "I would love to meet with you."  

"To Be Honest"

Get this phrase out of your vocabulary.  If you say to someone "To be honest..." it implies that you are not honest at other times. Use "to be candid..."

Write a Thank You Email 

Whether it is to thank someone for giving you time or an opportunity, or giving you a gift, take the five minutes to show some gratitude.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided to help you navigate the early stages of your career.  It is based on my experience over 25+ years.  There is no guarantee that the same principles will allow you to be successful.  For the industry summaries, I have gathered information in one or more of the following ways: (a) interviewed someone in the industry, (b) researched the industry myself, or (c) used an artificial intelligence tool.  No guarantee is provided as to the accuracy of the information.  It is provided for research purposes only.