You’re only a stranger once
I’ve always hated humid school day afternoons. The blazing hot sun combined with the tedious and unending radio news that my grandma refuses to change when she picks me up from school leaves me wondering if our home moves away as we drive forward. However, this day was different. Unable to hold back my excitement, I rushed out of school to the car as soon as the bell rang.
I was on my way to the Addis Tech Group (ATG) office for the very first time to do a six-month recap on my blog, “One big roller coaster.” I had started blogging in my freshman year of high school as a way to share my passion for programming with others. I never imagined that it would lead me to ATG, a company that is truly passionate about technology and its potential to make the world a better place.
When I arrived at the ATG office, I was immediately greeted by a friendly and welcoming team. They took me on a tour of the office and introduced me to everyone. I quickly felt like I was part of the team.
Over the next few hours, I had the opportunity to talk to several members of the ATG team about their work. I was inspired by their passion and dedication to their craft. I also learned a lot about the latest technologies and trends in the tech industry.
By the end of the day, I was feeling energized and inspired. I was grateful for the opportunity to meet such a talented and passionate team. I knew that I had found a place where I could grow and learn.
I’m so glad that I took that first step and reached out to ATG. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. If you’re feeling lost or uncertain about your future, I encourage you to do the same. You never know where it might lead you.
Here are some tips for connecting with new people:
- Be yourself. People can tell when you’re being fake, so it’s important to be genuine.
- Be interested in others. Ask questions and listen to what they have to say.
- Be positive. People are drawn to those who are upbeat and positive.
- Be helpful. Offer to help out with tasks or projects.
- Be patient. It takes time to build relationships.
Remember, you’re only a stranger once. So go out there and start connecting with people!