Networking For The People

22/08/2023

Season 3 of NFTP concluded last week! Which was your favorite episode? There so many careers and pivots our friends and colleagues have made so far, and so much to learn from. Whether they’re changing home bases, changing industries, authoring books or papers, our friends have shared valuable pivots and bits of information along the way. Stay tuned for more…soon!

15/08/2023

Takeaways from the NFTP Season 3 Finale!

🤝🤝🤝Networking is for the people and by the people - networking is a two-way street, and we’ve heard time and time again that there are people willing to help in this small world. Jennifer described that in pursuit of her professorship, not only had she previously connected with a future coworker at a professional event, but that coworker had worked with one of her references! This connection allowed for a smoother transition and hiring process, with a baseline level of trust immediately established.

❓❔❓We often hear in school that there are different ways to seek and interpret information, and part of that comes from the types of questions we ask. The four-question teaching technique allows us to understand and question a problem from a variety of perspectives (the why, the what, the how, and the combination of the three). The way an instructor presents information can be a key determinant for student success. Consider the way you may train and mentor employees and your teammates regardless of the role you are in - are you effectively communicating, teaching, and mentoring?

🤝🤝🤝Working with family can be challenging but also rewarding. Professor Weiser’s family has been loosely (or strongly) tied in the medical field for years, with fellow biochemists, engineers, and doctors at her immediate and familial level of access. In any collaboration, whether it is with family or not, set clear expectations of objectives and tasks for all those involved. In some cases, you may be the one putting the idea together, in some cases you may have to listen to the idea. Communication is key regardless of who you may be working with.

08/08/2023

Professor of Chemical Engineering, Professor Jennifer Weiser, Ph.D joins the NFTP community to close out season 3. Her background in Chemical Engineering, Drug Discovery, and Polymers led her to pursue various positions in both industry and academia. Her work involves collaboration and research in various biomedical applications, and traditional and modern chemical engineering.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FEVLE3JIWnLFCBT5JWrzf?si=ojj9iR_aTzemq1Ow0lckdg

01/08/2023

NFTP Takeaways with Tyler!

🎧🎧🎧 Acoustics consulting, also known as acoustic engineering or noise consulting, is a specialized field within engineering that focuses on the study and management of sound and vibrations in various environments. Acoustics consultants work to understand and control noise, vibration, and sound quality to create comfortable, safe, and efficient spaces.

🧠🧠🧠Tyler balanced his full-time job while completing a Masters degree in Acoustics Engineering. These days, with the amount of online and remote opportunities for education, this route is highly feasible for anyone interested. Check out your local universities and inquire on classes and programs that may support your career. Your company may also cover part (or all!) of the tuition, so make sure to take advantage of that benefit.

🎶🎸🎹Integrating hobbies and interests with your own work can bolster your day to day activities, and provide a different perspective into the same work. Tyler’s music background and acoustics ear has lend itself to supporting the sound production on NFTP. This technical range he has been growing, going back to his miniature guitar-practicing days, and the same mindset can apply to any field.

25/07/2023

Our sound engineer Tyler makes his long-awaited sound-ppearence on NFTP. Tyler has gone from East Coast to West Coast and back, and has grown his expertise in acoustics, music, and engineering. Hear about how he broke into the acoustics and consulting industry, and about his recent job changes.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4sTNTsQ5oYDPQ2MExO32j3?si=7Tt6Pj8OQnq8P48R8-N8rw

18/07/2023

Takeaways from Will’s episode on Finance:

🧠 Growing in your role in the asset management wing of the finance industry means not only growing your book, but also growing your ability to pick up information. There are many sources to get financial news, so having a reliable one to keep learning will only bolster your growth! Stay updated on market trends, economic indicators, and industry-specific news. This knowledge will help you make informed investment decisions.

🤝Regardless of the time spent at the desk, giving back to the community can allow you to reflect where you’ve come from. Think about the community that brought you to where you are today, and think about how you can give back through your experience - maybe it’s a clean-up effort, or maybe it’s time with the younger generation! There are always options, and if there’s a will there’s a way.

💸 Multi-asset investing involves diversifying an investment portfolio across various asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, commodities, and others. One tip to diversify your portfolio is to spread your investments across different asset classes to reduce the risk of exposure to a single asset. Diversification helps balance the portfolio and can potentially mitigate losses during market downturns.

11/07/2023

New NFTP today with Will!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4zCsqMZ3thaQnHjfovyoXQ?si=yMhaZJeKREuEdnN5WftdEw

Financier and Brooklyn native Will has been working in Asset Management since studying Finance in New York. We talk about different types of assets, how one grows in the finance space, and how Will balance his work with contributing to the community. Thanks Will for joining us!

05/07/2023

NFTP takeaways from Nick’s episode:

🧠🧠🧠You are the sole owner of your career, and you will have to be the one to take the next step. Pivoting industries to expand your skill set is one way to grow, and your experience in one field will only supplement your experience in the next. You’re allowed to interview and not take a job, but it is helpful to know ‘what else is out there’ so that you can determine what works best for you.

🌎🌍🌏 Learn a new language! Nick’s roots and works have taken him to Italy for business and leisure, and supporting himself with the local language elevated his experience. While it may sound awkward to you speaking in the new language, native speakers won’t criticize you for it! Practice will build confidence and improve your ability to connect with people over time.

⏩⏫⏬ The start-up life can be difficult at times: working long hours, supporting investor relations even if you’re not actively in the finance department, and risking time and mental effort to achieve a new vision. However, patience is a virtue, and with a good team and even greater vision, a startup environment can teach you much about business and yourself.

01/07/2023

Thanks to everyone that’s given us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review so far! If you haven’t already, give us some love!
Each review helps us build our own network and expand our reach! If you haven’t already, listen to any episode, and let us know what you think!

27/06/2023

NFTP continues with Nick! As a Chemical Engineer, Nick has spent his time in school and in the lab, moving from the consular goods industry to the energy sector. Through his travels and experience, Nick shares his tales from his education, what life is like at an energy engineering start up, and how his travels have given him a perspective into how people life and work.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2AxrKeTNUxF40eDRcrEUzx?si=fZbpGaeXTZ6zulMNoQ5RpA

20/06/2023

NFTP Episode 20 Takeaways are here!
Tomorrow, June 21st, is the international day of Yoga, so to expand on how Rebecca uses Yoga to disconnect and reset, today’s takeaways focus on just that:
🧘‍♀️🧘🧘‍♂️Yoga can be a wonderful activity to help you fully disconnect from your day-to-day life and find a sense of peace and relaxation.
Set aside a specific area in your home where you can practice yoga without distractions. Clear the space of clutter, dim the lights, and create a calming atmosphere with candles, incense, or soft music. This dedicated space will help you mentally separate from your daily routine and create a tranquil environment for your practice.
🙇‍♀️🙇🏼🙇‍♂️Before you begin your yoga practice, take a moment to set intentions or affirmations for your session. This can be something like "I am letting go of stress and finding inner peace" or "I am fully present in this moment." Setting intentions will help shift your focus away from daily worries and into a more mindful state.

🏊🏼Flow through gentle, grounding yoga poses that encourage relaxation and release tension. Slow-paced practices like Hatha or Yin yoga are particularly beneficial for disconnecting from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Focus on gentle stretches, gradual movements, and hold poses for longer durations, allowing your body to fully relax and let go.

13/06/2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/21qvul9lTy4OgpwdqwcH25?si=jnA6mQ6NTpq5YsLIjshv6Q

Rebecca joins us on NFTP, and tells us about her experience working in the advertising and marketing industry. She currently works at a global management consulting company, focusing on recruiting marketing. Tune in as we talk about what her job entails, and how she is able to tune into her job, and then tune out of her work to find a balance that works for her.

06/06/2023

NFTPE19 Takeaways!

👋🏼🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Mentors are your friends and can help you set realistic goals from their varied experiences. To cultivate a powerful network of mentors and connections takes time, but they can help guide and inspire you on your professional journey, helping you unlock your full potential, broaden your skill set, and accelerate career growth.

🚗🚙🏎️ Moving from the East coast to elsewhere - Michigan in this case, can be quite a change in scenery and geography. Embrace the slower pace and explore the natural beauty. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, try to embrace the slower pace and take advantage of the natural beauty that a state like Michigan has to offer. Explore the state's numerous lakes, parks, and outdoor recreational activities. Use this opportunity to reconnect with nature, recharge, and find peace in the tranquility of your new surroundings.

🕵️ Connecting with the right person for the right job is a crucial step in saving time and energy. In Matt’s case, it’s about finding a calibrator to be able to jump into a vehicle and gather information, rather than wait to collect the data yourself as a system’s engineer. As you connect with others to help you, make sure you are helping them by communicating clearly and efficiently.

30/05/2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xKDgf9J6u5TsZEgMjFKlz?si=33mTFMdNTc-WRc9JEbUcYw

Matthew is currently a Battery Systems Engineer at General Motors. His background in mechanical engineering, with his electrical and robotics knowledge serve him tremendously in his work. He tells us about engineering, moving out to the Midwest, and how mentorship plays out in his career process.

23/05/2023

NFTP Takeaways for Episode 18 are here!

👥👥👥Look for your community liaison as the person to have your back, whether you’re soliciting information from your team or community, research problems in your community, and eventually raising funds to address problem. This liaison can also communicate in a different, and perhaps more correct way to share the intended message.

🤝🤝🤝We love the term Anjana referred to: “Accountability partners.” Having a partner in your project or work life can help you set better deadlines to determine how and when you need to close out a project. With book writing too, Anjana built an organic network of people to interview through communication and relying on her network.

📝📝📝Revisions and updates comprise the majority of our work, from writing emails to books. For published material, it’s important to consider the information available at the time of publishing, and to then consider and reflect on that information when new knowledge is available. Forewords, author acknowledgements, and footnotes are your friends.

16/05/2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/33QA3A2Vxtw4tOOUjc0g4G?si=7M2Jl0ykT5GQRwH65WE85A

NFTP Episode 18 with Anjana is here! Anjana is a Public Health specialist and author of the book “Healthcare of a Thousand Slights.” She joins us on NFTP to share her experiences in the public health sector through project management, research in health equity, and her journey through writing her book by creating dedicated time and by keeping herself accountable.

09/05/2023

NFTP Episode 17 Takeaways are here!
🏰Architecture is beautiful, and takes elements of its surroundings and integrates those surroundings and materials into the architecture processes. Whether it’s a physical or spiritual element, taking advantage of your surroundings is a sure fire way to improve the space around you.

🏛️Everything around us is a neat combination of shapes, as Dash put it so well. Photography, geometry, and architecture mesh together and pull in elements of shapes and life altogether. These elements have purpose, just like a brick wall, and interdependently influence the decisions and visions we make and have.

🤯One of the best parts of being an architect or an architectural designer is the ability to put your creativity into useable structures, whether or not they are new or reused. Architects can create facilities and structures that better society for everyone.

06/05/2023

NFTP is now available on Audible, Amazon Music, and iHeart Radio, so you can tune in from wherever you may listen to your podcasts! Don’t forget to leave us a review!

02/05/2023

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ATf2JqChxZsybmmUbw0FB?si=8NI17w5-TvSrIYBLijJ_Ow

NFTP is back with Dash, an architectural designer working at a firm that specializes in the design of mental health facilities. Dash’s travels and multi-faceted background and interests help round out his beginnings as an architect. Tune in to hear the pros and cons of being an architect, some licensing that goes into becoming an architect, and how he integrates personal inspiration and his surroundings into his work.

28/04/2023

Making connections isn't just about exchanging business cards - it's about building meaningful relationships. On the NFTP podcast series, we talk to inspiring people who share their experiences and offer practical tips on how to network effectively. Join us and start building your own network today: nftpcast.com

25/04/2023

Music, work, and content creation - these are just some of the ways we connect with people every day. Join us on the NFTP podcast series as we explore the art of networking and help you make meaningful connections that could change your career path. Check us out at nftpcast.com

21/04/2023

Happy Friday NFTP fam! Our NFTP stickers have made their way across the country, have you put in a request for yours? Sticking to our color theme and scannable QR code, NFTP stickers are available now!
Send us a DM to put in a request for yours, and get ready for our upcoming new release starting on May 2nd!

18/04/2023

Are you looking to land your dream job? Look no further! The NFTP podcast series connects you with inspiring people who share their experiences and offer valuable insights to help you succeed. Tune in and level up your career today.

15/04/2023

At NFTP, we're all about connecting people in meaningful ways. Whether you're looking for career advice, industry insights, or just some inspiration, our podcast series has got you covered. Tune in and join our community of like-minded professionals today: nftpcast.com

12/04/2023

Get ‘em while they’re hot! 🔥👾
The first batch of NFTP stickers are going out today to our supporters and fans! Let us know in the comments below or send us a DM if you’d like some too. Spread the word - NFTP returns May 2nd!!
(PS we love our dog stamps - expect to see one if you order soon 😉🐶

11/04/2023

Something is coming….more NFTP coming your way, new season drops in just a few weeks! Make sure you’re subscribed on Spotify to catch all the latest releases coming at you from Networking for the People

23/01/2023

NFTP Season 2 is all wrapped up - thanks to our guests, supporters, and listeners for tuning in! We’ll be taking a break for a bit to bring you a new set of speakers, and a new set of careers and ideas for you to listen in to and draw inspiration from! More careers, more research paths, and more - that’s Networking for the People!

17/01/2023

Our NFTP season 2 finale takeaways are here!

-You should know the content in your resume better than anyone, so be ready to do a deep dive into that content. The recruiter or professional on the other side of the phone, screen, or table can have as diverse of a background as you, so be ready for the details!
-Culture in an organization can mean different things to different people, different teams, offices, etc. Asking about culture during an interview process should be a targeted request: what are you yourself looking for, and does it align with how you hear the team works together?
-Career prospects and jobs can tie to many other parts of our lives, whether it be sports, movies, or books we read. We can often find camaraderie in these commonalities, so asking about and finding these common points when interviewing will only benefit you.
-One question that Andrew asked us today was: if you had to take an A job at a ‘C’ company, or if you had to take a ‘C’ job at an ‘A’ company, which would you pick? Think about that as you interview and seek to find that new role for your career steps.

10/01/2023

The Season 2 Finale of NFTP is here, with Andrew! He’s a senior recruiter in the biotech and pharmaceutical space, with various levels of organizational, executive, and recruiting experience. Tune in to hear tips and tricks to navigate the recruiting space from the best source we know!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0XBJ5slLGOWNjKs9pFhVFi?si=8B8HlDpjQQ6w-Xz0z1C00w

03/01/2023

Our second to last set of season 2 takeaways is here! What do we have to takeaway from Chris?

Networking with the people….always works both ways, no matter the space. In cases where it doesn’t lead to a new opportunity, at the minimum it can lead to that connection between two people both looking to learn more about what opportunities exist; at the maximum, in a sense, it can in fact lead to a new job or career change.

All industries have cross-collaboration to some extent; in journalism, it can be the cooperation between the writers, the artists, the editors, and the fact checkers. There is a great amount of value in flexing your skills and opening yourself to different opportunities with these collaborators. Don’t burn bridges, and keep your eyes and ears open for places where you can grow your own skills.

In journalism there is a sparse amount of workers: those who freelance full time, those who take on several levels of media or contract work, and others who are keen on being tied to a unionized work group. One large benefit of the union-relation is a potential increase in pay, availability of healthcare benefits, and cushioning in the case of layoffs

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