POST EIGHT HUNDRED AND FORTY SEVEN
20 Things 20-Year-Olds Don't Get
Time is Not a Limitless Commodity
We're running out of time, as Matt Bellamy sang.
You’re Talented, But Talent is Overrated
Damn it. I'm not even talented. Does that mean I fall further behind this endless rat race ?
We’re More Productive in the Morning
Got to sleep early so as to wake up early.
Social Media is Not a Career
Okay, I get it. I can't pretend that I'm social media-biased but at the same time, I guess it isn't a proper job just to manage one's FB and Twitter accounts. What I do think is that I should really understand how social media works in order to make what I enjoy doing be part of my future job. (Sigh, I used to be so full of dreams and aspirations but were they but empty goals in mind ?)
Pick Up the Phone
Start phoning, less texting.
Be the First In & Last to Leave
Hard work gets people places. Especially since I'm not talented.
Don’t Wait to Be Told What to Do
When's the time to take initiative without the high risk of the head on the chopping block ?
Take Responsibility for Your Mistakes
And not be too caught up with the F-ups.
You Should Be Getting Your Butt Kicked
I supposed if I stayed with PG for a longer period of time, I would've gained so much more valuable knowledge and experience. They weren't entirely bad bosses but they were workaholics. Now that they've got so many fancy tie-ups and all, I find it hard not to regret bailing out because of my SEP prep work. The fact was that I used SEP as an excuse and GOODNESS KNOWS how the SEP wrecked a large part of my life in the end.
A New Job a Year Isn’t a Good Thing
At least I have a time frame now.
People Matter More Than Perks
Don't think I'm in the position to choose. If people are friendly and the work is doable, I can't complain.
Map Effort to Your Professional Gain
I wonder what I would aim to do. I'm thinking I'll be involved in various projects with different teams (or the same team / department), which means team work will be of utmost important. I guess satisfying the client, success with a project and establishing good customer relations are my goals ? Then promotion. How long does that take ?
Speak Up, Not Out
>.<
You HAVE to Build Your Technical Chops
IMMA have to pick up
>> Photoshop
>> WordPress
>> advanced Excel
>> Final Cut Pro
Both the Size and Quality of Your Network Matter
I've got to get started. I supposed my peers were really smart about that - of course it's good to have a few good friends who have the connections, but then it's also important to have certain loose contacts. Meet-ups are necessary and lots of fine dining as well. Exchange numbers and emails and occasionally chat on FB. In the end it all boils down to whether one makes an effort to stay in touch and stay updated.
You Need At Least 3 Professional Mentors
I immediately thought of referrals and man, you even have to befriend your lecturers. (WHERE GOT TIME ???)
Pick an Idol & Act “As If”
"Got to fake it until you make it."
Read More Books, Fewer Tweets/Texts
I read too little. I think reading is a mark of an intellectual. Alright - got to hit 'em books.
Spend 25% Less Than You Make
Spend less, earn more.
Your Reputation is Priceless, Don’t Damage It
OMG. Reputation. None. HOW ???
Time is Not a Limitless Commodity
We're running out of time, as Matt Bellamy sang.
You’re Talented, But Talent is Overrated
Damn it. I'm not even talented. Does that mean I fall further behind this endless rat race ?
We’re More Productive in the Morning
Got to sleep early so as to wake up early.
Social Media is Not a Career
Okay, I get it. I can't pretend that I'm social media-biased but at the same time, I guess it isn't a proper job just to manage one's FB and Twitter accounts. What I do think is that I should really understand how social media works in order to make what I enjoy doing be part of my future job. (Sigh, I used to be so full of dreams and aspirations but were they but empty goals in mind ?)
Pick Up the Phone
Start phoning, less texting.
Be the First In & Last to Leave
Hard work gets people places. Especially since I'm not talented.
Don’t Wait to Be Told What to Do
When's the time to take initiative without the high risk of the head on the chopping block ?
Take Responsibility for Your Mistakes
And not be too caught up with the F-ups.
You Should Be Getting Your Butt Kicked
I supposed if I stayed with PG for a longer period of time, I would've gained so much more valuable knowledge and experience. They weren't entirely bad bosses but they were workaholics. Now that they've got so many fancy tie-ups and all, I find it hard not to regret bailing out because of my SEP prep work. The fact was that I used SEP as an excuse and GOODNESS KNOWS how the SEP wrecked a large part of my life in the end.
A New Job a Year Isn’t a Good Thing
At least I have a time frame now.
People Matter More Than Perks
Don't think I'm in the position to choose. If people are friendly and the work is doable, I can't complain.
Map Effort to Your Professional Gain
I wonder what I would aim to do. I'm thinking I'll be involved in various projects with different teams (or the same team / department), which means team work will be of utmost important. I guess satisfying the client, success with a project and establishing good customer relations are my goals ? Then promotion. How long does that take ?
Speak Up, Not Out
>.<
You HAVE to Build Your Technical Chops
IMMA have to pick up
>> Photoshop
>> WordPress
>> advanced Excel
>> Final Cut Pro
Both the Size and Quality of Your Network Matter
I've got to get started. I supposed my peers were really smart about that - of course it's good to have a few good friends who have the connections, but then it's also important to have certain loose contacts. Meet-ups are necessary and lots of fine dining as well. Exchange numbers and emails and occasionally chat on FB. In the end it all boils down to whether one makes an effort to stay in touch and stay updated.
You Need At Least 3 Professional Mentors
I immediately thought of referrals and man, you even have to befriend your lecturers. (WHERE GOT TIME ???)
Pick an Idol & Act “As If”
"Got to fake it until you make it."
Read More Books, Fewer Tweets/Texts
I read too little. I think reading is a mark of an intellectual. Alright - got to hit 'em books.
Spend 25% Less Than You Make
Spend less, earn more.
Your Reputation is Priceless, Don’t Damage It
OMG. Reputation. None. HOW ???