The question ”Tell me about yourself” might seem like just an icebreaker, but really it has an important purpose. It’s a signal to tell a concise and compelling story to give your listener a reason to help you--or hire you! In this module you will follow a step-by-step guide to develop a unique self-story pitch that will make your listener remember you and want to be part of your future success.
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Use this story on LinkedIn so that you can gain access to our C21 Career Network, where you can join a community of other UW undergraduates, alums and associates who are committed to your professional growth and college-to-career connections. Your membership in this group will give you a front-row seat to upcoming career workshops and other opportunities, such as our C21@Amazon and C21@Microsoft Externship Programs. Click on the next module to find out how you can get started.
Use your self-story to give your LinkedIn page the "wow" factor. Completing this module successfully will earn you membership to our C21 LinkedIn community page where you can network and share resources with other career-minded A&S students. Even if you haven't started a LinkedIn profile, this module will show you how to begin.
