building relationships to build your career
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September 12, 2015
Building Relationships
To Build Your Career
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Hi, I’m Donna.
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OUR COMPETENCIES
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Mission-Focused
Relationship Oriented
Collaborator
Results Driven
Brand Steward
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RELATIONSHIPS
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What is a relationship?
Types of relationships:
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THE VALUE OF RELATIONSHIPS
TO YOUR CAREER
• Learn about new opportunities (jobs, volunteer)
• Gain insight about other career paths
• Knowledge/Skills
• Ideas and Inspiration
• Mentorship
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TRUST
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noun. Firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability,
or strength of someone or something.
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SHARE A RELATIONSHIP STORY
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Think about a relationship in your life and answer the following questions:(2 mins)
What makes it successful? Why do you trust them?
What have you done to maintain this relationship?
How has it influenced your goals or interests?
Share your relationship story with one other person at your table.(2 mins each)
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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS
DRAW IN
• Don’t be afraid to start a conversation
• Try to find a common ground with others
• Listen to understand
REACH OUT
• Ask questions/ask for advice
• Strategically Connect
KEEP IN TOUCH
• Build trust
• Give it time
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“Why are those relationships so
important? Simple.
We each have our own distinct
talents, qualities and expertise. By
bonding with others, we combine our
unique capabilities with all of theirs. We help each other. The whole becomes
far greater than the sum of its parts.
Everyone benefits.”
- Steve Tobak
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CONTACT ME
Do you have any questions about this
presentation or your possible future at United
Way? Feel free to contact me!
Donna Platon
Manager, Talent Engagement
Donna.platon@uww.unitedway.org
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Thank you
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