Relationship Building
Posted On Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at at 8:00 AM by Cordova Classic “How do I establish and maintain relationships with my fellow interns in a competitive environment?” asks Sudria Twyman from
Be yourself! Don’t view the environment as a jungle where only the fittest survive. Interact and treat others the way you would want to be handled. You can be competitive and friendly. In fact, your fellow interns can be great allies in helping you understand some of the nuances of your new surroundings. Your goal should always be to build appropriate relationships and connect with people. Your success doesn’t have to be at someone else’s expense. Other interns are NOT the enemy! View other interns as an extension of the classmates that you would meet on campus. Choose to have fun. Invite them to lunch or on coffee breaks. Attend social events and network with them.