I’ll be honest. I didn’t fully realize how essential reputations were until I started building mine.
I’ve been building my reputation for the past two years.
To me, its common sense to treat others how I would like to be treated. It’s common sense to reach out and help others on their projects. It’s common sense to be involved in campus media. It’s common sense to make myself known, and not just another student in the room. Not just another name to match with a face
A few weeks ago, I applied to the Buffalo Broadcasters Association Mentorship Program. It required a recommendation letter, and because I’ve created a reputation for myself, I was able to obtain one.
I never really knew what my reputation was among those around me. I had an idea, but I didn’t know for sure. It didn’t fully click until a few weeks ago.
“One thing Isabella has demonstrated consistently over time is that she’s very reliable. You can count on her to get the task done-whatever it may be,” said Micheal Igoe, Assistant Professor of Communication at SUNY Fredonia, from a section of the recommendation letter.
If you get anything from reading this blog post, take away how essential it is to listen and ask questions. It’s crucial to show up and be fully present. It’s important to deliver and meet expectations.
It’s necessary to build a reputation that you can be proud of.
