Best 2016 Moments From #L2LChat
With over 3 million impressions, 6 different topics and over 25 featured panelists, this year’s #L2LChat dive into topics impacting Millennials as navigate career, personal growth and lifestyle.
On life after college:
A1: You are literally going to have create your own lemonade out of experience you give yourself. Make sure you have a focus. #L2LChat.
— 🎥 …Ssssssssomewhere… 🐍 (@RachelRyan_) June 10, 2016
Networking is super important but the key is to build two way beneficial relationships
#l2lchat— Tome Kolleh (@_PRista_) June 10, 2016
#L2LChat Networking can be so simple! Never over thinking – don't wait until you need something to touch base with an old colleague.
— EDDIE (@EdginaD) June 10, 2016
Biggest lesson I learned was that a degree does not entitle you to ANYTHING; Career, Mentor, nor Purpose in life #l2lchat
— Tome Kolleh (@_PRista_) June 10, 2016
A2 I learned that my dream was my own and no one was had to validate me nor believe in it. I learned to be my biggest cheerleader #l2lchat
— Tome Kolleh (@_PRista_) June 10, 2016
https://twitter.com/JadeShaw_ATX/status/741064245584924672
Q3) Other people. Don't be afraid to ask for 15 min. from someone u admire.Learning from their mistakes & creating a network is key #L2LChat
— Alissa Carpenter (@NotOkThatsOk) June 10, 2016
A3 THE Internet will allow you to find anyone's contact, learn new skills, and create a network and campaign for yourself #l2lchat
— Tome Kolleh (@_PRista_) June 10, 2016
A4.2 NEGOTIATE NEGOTIATE NEGOTIATE! You are setting your earning potential for your future. Don’t leave $ on the table! #l2lchat
— Rachel Ritlop (@RachelRitlop) June 10, 2016
A4. Persistence is the key to success post-college. You're gunna go on interviews & you're gunna get rejected. Keep on pushing! #L2LChat
— Kayla Buell (@GenY_Girl) June 10, 2016
https://twitter.com/SirMikeH/status/741072017928003584
A5: having a life mission statement helps, keeps me connected to my "why" when I am feeling discouraged #l2lchat
— Rachel Ritlop (@RachelRitlop) June 10, 2016
A6. Become a subject matter expert in your field. Start your own blog. Start your own company. The internet makes that possible. #L2LChat
— Kayla Buell (@GenY_Girl) June 10, 2016
On how build your personal brand:
https://twitter.com/EmmelieDeLaCruz/status/809203531114807297
A1: How you end one season is how you start another. If you leave this year unmotivated, you'll burn out after a month in 2017 #l2lchat
— QuirkChat (@QuirkChat) December 15, 2016
A1 Planning now helps you stay ON BRAND vs haphazardly doing whatever to stay out there. Run your brand like a Fortune 500 company #L2LChat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
A1. Also, you need to start hustling now in the dark of 2016 so that your projects, rebrands, etc are full of life by January 1st! #l2lchat
— QuirkChat (@QuirkChat) December 15, 2016
A1 You have to have at least a loose plan. The actions you take this year will likely impact the following 2-5 yrs #l2lchat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
https://twitter.com/EmmelieDeLaCruz/status/809205287500521472
A2 First, you need to build EVIDENCE that you can do whatever you want to be known for. Set goals related to portfolio/track record #L2LChat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
A2. I base my goals on what worked/didn't work in the previous year. I also plan calculated goals that will stretch me past comfort #l2lchat
— QuirkChat (@QuirkChat) December 15, 2016
A2 So set goals that will put you in proximity to the people who can help you make things happen and get to the next level. #L2LChat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
A2 If NOTHING ELSE know that all opportunities are tied to people. So setting a goal to add quality relationships is major #L2LChat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
You should strive for a digital presence that matches your CURRENT goals and aspirations #L2LChat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
https://twitter.com/EmmelieDeLaCruz/status/809209020083032065
A3. To build your brand, you have to build you first. Learn your values, personality and faith so that you won't fall when tested #l2lchat
— QuirkChat (@QuirkChat) December 15, 2016
https://twitter.com/EmmelieDeLaCruz/status/809211684934078465
A4 It takes time/courage to "do the work" of figuring out your gifts / how you add value. Most people are too impatient to dig deep #L2LChat
— Amanda Miller Littlejohn (@amandamogul) December 15, 2016
How to deal with Millennial backlash and stereotypes:
A2: The work will always speak for itself. I don't work hard bc I have something to prove. I work hard to WIN. #L2LChat
— Whitney (@WhitneyMari_) May 12, 2016
A4: Clear communication and goals are key to breaking any boundary. We have 2 be receptive 2 opinions & adaptable to situations #L2LChat
— Whitney (@WhitneyMari_) May 12, 2016
A4: Millennials also need to understand that you can outwork anyone but your relationships and reputation push you FORWARD. #L2LChat
— Whitney (@WhitneyMari_) May 12, 2016
Q5: Seperation of work and personal life has become a thing of the past. We are all living integrated lives. #L2LChat
— Whitney (@WhitneyMari_) May 12, 2016
Dealing with pressure:
A2. Climbing the ladder of success>> everybody isn’t meant to be a CEO, BOSS or business owner, and that’s OKAY. #L2LChat……
— Kandia (@KandiaJohnson) April 7, 2016
A3. We grow up looking for validation and asking for permission to succeed. It’s hard to let go of that once you become an adult–#L2LChat
— Kandia (@KandiaJohnson) April 7, 2016
A4. Put your blinders on. Be confident in your abilities and WRITE the vision for your life. #L2LChat #ownyourtruth
— Kandia (@KandiaJohnson) April 7, 2016
A4.Stop consuming so much info. Eliminate distractions like social media bc it stops you from creating a life on your OWN terms. #L2LChat
— Kandia (@KandiaJohnson) April 7, 2016
A4: Focus on finding yourself and learning to love you more. What other ppl think will matter less. #l2lchat https://t.co/sDQ1hGhT6J
— Rana E. Campbell (@Rainshineluv) April 7, 2016
A6. I surround myself w/badassery people who dream big, take risks and constantly challenge you to think beyond your situation.#L2LChat
— Kandia (@KandiaJohnson) April 7, 2016
Building social capital:
A1: Social capital is a networks of relationships that enable society to function effectively by using community resources. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
I help people first and figure out ways that I can get what I need later. Relationships again are #1 #L2LChat https://t.co/yam4tJFi5j
— 💎HOLLYWOOD CHAR💎 (@HollywoodChar__) July 20, 2016
A3: Work to build deeper trust with those already in your SC bank by being a resource. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
A3: Have consistent and meaningful conversations. Keep a contact list of people to call and email over the year regularly. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
A3: Always have a positive, open and non- judging disposition. You want people to feel welcomed and comfortable with you. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
A4: With 1 goal in mind you put ppl in a limiting box based on superficial notions & limit your opportunity for deeper engagement. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
A5: Know your people!! Know what they need and want, what they do like and don't like. Know how you can help them at all times. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
A6: Once you've built a relationship, make the ask! Your inner circle has another inner circle, they can connect you. #L2LChat
— Sabrina K. Garba (@SabrinaKGarba) July 20, 2016
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