Geek Grads: How to succeed at Microsoft
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Posted By: How May I Help You NC on January 31, 2013 Posted Thursday, January 31 2013 by the JobsBloggers 10 keys to success By Sam Doan One year ago, I joined Microsoft in the MACH program (Microsoft Academy for College Hires). In my first blog post, I wrote about the interview process and a bit about MACH, a two-year program in Microsoft’s SMSG (Sales, Marketing and Services Group). Six months later, in my second blog post, I described what it is like to work at Microsoft. And now with a year of experience as an associate consultant with Dynamics AX, I would like to share the top 10 lessons I’ve learned. As you start your own career, I hope you find them beneficial: • Impression is everything Your actions will always speak louder than words—from your first impression, to your second and to your last. Make sure that you are well groomed, and act professionally because someone somewhere is watching you and making mental notes. •You—not anyone else—are ultimately responsible and accountable for your career The effort that you put in equals the results you get out. Do not wait for opportunities because they will pass you by. Take initiative and be proactive. • Networking is key Always network. Always. Offer your help to others, and ask for help along the way. • Do not settle for less than what you deserve Set short-term and long-term goals and try to be the best you can be. You may deserve that promotion, but have you earned it? • Success begins with a mindset—attitude can make or break a person Don’t believe me? Try it! • Little things matter People will always remember the small deeds you do for them. Don’t forget to wish your peer a happy birthday or congratulate your manager on a newborn. More: http://microsoftjobsblog.com/blog/geek-gra... Search Jobs: http://hbcuconnect.com/cgi-bin/jobs/employ... If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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