As you start reaching out to people, anticipate them showing interest in you, asking about you, and wanting to understand your reasons for reaching out to them. 

Every interaction presents a chance to create profound connections and showcase your genuine self. By continually offering these positive experiences, you can cultivate an outstanding reputation. Sharing your authentic brand with a broad audience can pave the way for thrilling new prospects and unlock endless opportunities.

Creating a website or e-portfolio is an exciting way to showcase your previous experiences to potential employers or contacts in your network. However, building a website or e-portfolio can be expensive, time-consuming, and daunting for beginners. Creating your brand on your LinkedIn profile and using social media platforms to share your story and work can be a great alternative. Just imagine all the valuable insights and knowledge you gained while crafting papers in your classes. Now, you can transform those essays into captivating blog posts, sharing your passions and showcasing your unique writing voice to a broader audience.

  • Be authentic and establish your own core values.

  • Don’t hesitate to share your unique story, skills, interests, achievements, qualifications, experiences, and activities.

  • Your visual identity conveys a message. Enhance your LinkedIn and social media profiles with high-quality, professional photos.

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Dear JHU  Community, 

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Reflection through Journaling

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We are thrilled to have you on our upcoming Future Fest flight and hope you are ready to design your life beyond borders.  Have you marked your calendar for Kickoff?!

Kickoff is a one-day event on …

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In a recent Life Design Lab blog, the importance of scientific communication and mentoring in shaping the next generation of scientists was highlighted through a workshop designed for undergraduates. This aligns perfectly with the work of Dr. Jason Trageser, the …

By Ashley Schantz
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