5 career moves every fresh MBA should make
Graduates should have a pretty clear idea about what they want to post an MBA. These ideas will take shape over a period of time with detailed research and valuable inputs.
Apart from keeping a tab on the latest developments in the market, candidates should talk to relevant industry professionals. Getting a clear picture of what entails in a particular field / domain is essential, before making the crucial career move.
A steep climb in the career ladder is a dream come true for every fresh management graduate. For two years straight, MBA graduates are honing skills that’ll help them survive the corporate world.
Here are a few career moves fresh MBAs or about to graduate MBAs should incorporate:
1. Stay updated
Stay in touch with reality. Keeping a tab on the latest developments in the market and economy is a must. You cannot be a fresh B-school passout and be absolutely clueless about the market! It’s blasphemy. It will also help you envision a proper career path in your chosen field of work.
Before joining a new firm or going for an interview, do a thorough background check. What’s the market competition? What is the brand value of the organisation? What is the long-term / short-term vision of the firm?
2. Do the talk
Talk to as many executives as you can from different industries and different domains. Get first-hand information about the expectations and deliverables in the organisation or about the profile you are aiming. This will help shortlist a desired field and build realistic expectations. There are plenty of opportunities to connect with current executives – industrial/corporate workshops, alumni network, etc.
3. Personal branding
Creating a personal brand through social networking websites is essential. There are seven social networks that every MBA student should be present on – LinkedIn, Twitter, Quora, Google, Reddit, Facebook and Kickstarter. Online reputation management is as crucial as listing down achievements in your resume. Always remember, the first page of Google now defines you.
4. Networking
It is now assumed that every MBA graduate has their own wide web of network. Networking can not only help fast-track your career but also cushion a bad career move. So make the best of your classmates and college alumni network. Apart from it, use social media platforms (as mentioned above) to further diversify your network.
5. Commitment
Display commitment towards your chosen profile / organisation. Do that extra mile and don’t hesitate to take new initiatives. Express the willingness to learn and shoulder more tasks. Focus on performance with a pinch of patience and a dash of innovation. It's a sure shot way to impress your employer.