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Connect while you're young - Part 2: Your First Job

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This week John Watson and Rudolf Rautenbach continue their series on "Connect while you're young", with the focus this week being on your first job.

How should you start your first job and transitioning to new jobs? What is the importance of networking in the job space? They emphasize the impact of career decisions and the need to make choices that align with your long-term goals. They also provide insights on building connections and relationships in the workplace, highlighting the significance of being a team player and adding value.

The conversation concludes with a discussion on avoiding pitfalls in your first job and seizing opportunities to make connections and advance your career.

Connect with John Watson:
Website: https://johnconnects.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-watson-ca/

Connect with Rudolf Rautenbach:
Website: https://createinfinity.co.za
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudolf-rautenbach/

Connect with The Right Place here:
Website: https://therightplace.co.za/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-right-place-community
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheRightPlaceCommunity
15 Apr English South Africa Business · Careers

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