Ever think something is not for you, Even when you know you don’t fully understand what it’s about?

It’s so easy to think ‘I’m not going to that networking event, jobs fair, job interview, conference etc – it won’t be interesting – will just be a waste of time’.

But what if this next event you are about to dismiss gives you:

✅ An opportunity to meet people you wouldn’t normally and gain new insight
✅ A connection to a manager who could make a difference to you, if not now maybe in the future
✅ The job interview reveals the role is quite different to your perception and just what you’ve been looking for
✅ The conference ignites one new idea you hadn’t thought of which can send you in a whole new exciting direction

I had a lovely email from Aurelien who attended the Growing Talent‘s Getting to Know you event for employers and applicants on Monday.

Even though he knew we don’t usually get the type of roles in the industry he seeks he still attended with an open mind, embraced and participated in every aspect.

Hi email, for me, showcases how we should never assume our perception of events is reality. So much can be gained just by attending – new connections, knowledge, confidence.

What events have you dismissed recently based on your perception of what they are going to be like?

On reflection, do you have any regrets?