tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5558939360732260529.post3513156399473424257..comments2023-09-29T06:09:21.089-04:00Comments on Ask a Manager: how to get the most of out your internshipAsk a Managerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05281942480230532899noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5558939360732260529.post-75575259617021749622008-05-19T23:33:00.000-04:002008-05-19T23:33:00.000-04:00Definitely all great points. I'd also clarify that...Definitely all great points. <BR/><BR/>I'd also clarify that asking for feedback means asking for 'critical' feedback. <BR/><BR/>Many new professionals make the mistake of saying they want lots of feedback, when in reality they want to hear a lot of positive reinforcement and praise. However, the term 'feedback' to a seasoned professional translates into specifics about what you could be doing better. So, just brace yourself for the reality that you can't do a perfect job and that constructive feedback isn't always easy to hear, but usually the most valuable to consider.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5558939360732260529.post-5285031216939144702008-05-19T01:11:00.000-04:002008-05-19T01:11:00.000-04:00Excellent advice. I couldn't have said it better ...Excellent advice. I couldn't have said it better myself. I would recommend also to establish learning objectives at the start of an internship. That way, the expectations on both sides are clear. In regards to expectations, never make assumptions. Major slip-ups can be averted or reconciled with open communication--so don't be afraid to discuss anything that you are uncertain about.Careerguydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02568050937151163279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5558939360732260529.post-30893150940459385132008-05-18T17:18:00.000-04:002008-05-18T17:18:00.000-04:00Basically, it's like going to kindergarten for the...Basically, it's like going to kindergarten for the first time. LEARN TO CONFORM!! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com