Finding Your People

The Graduate Business Association is a growing student organization under the Belk College of Business. The student organization boasts over 50 active members. The GBA's membership base includes students from our MBA, MACC, MAFI programs; however participants represent all graduate programs within the BCOB. The organization is a great way for students to develop their skills professionally but also to increase the bond of our internal graduate community. This past weekend, the GBA announced the 2012-2013 leadership. The leadership team includes individuals from a very diverse background which marries perfectly with the organization's goals and objectives. 

The Graduate Business Association is yet just one of many professional organizations throughout the Charlotte community. As a graduate business student, membership in one or multiple organizations of interest is crucial to maintain a diverse network. Membership is not just something to list on your resume but can also be a talking point or a link to an executive or a company of interest. As Robin Boswell, Director of Graduate Career Development, says. "Find Your People."

"Finding Your People" allows an individual to develop their resource foundation. Your network is not only resourceful for job connections but also general career advice. I use my network to navigate my way through management. I constantly relay my thoughts and ideas to gain criticism, feedback, and insight. The objective conversations help me to mold a "model" that works best for my work style.

Remember "Finding Your People" is an organic process. Start small and it will grow. Have a great weekend!