The network maps had a very interesting outcome. When we looked at each others posters carefully, it became apparant that many of us had things in common regarding our style, favoured medias and ambitions.
We all have strengths and weaknesses which can be improved through networking. If we communicate and work as a team, especially within mutual interests/pathways, we can improve our knowledge and self belief creating opportunities we may have missed on our own. If we work to-gether as one, we can become stronger.
My own network map clearly followed my pathway. Nevertheless, I did make connections with people who were taking other routes. This was helpful. I realised that people who had other pathway plans frequently crossed or joined mine at the same point. This added strength to the network of students, giving opinions and ideas in an unbiased way. We as students should make the most of our knowledge, share it with each other and use it to broaden our horizons and increase our chances of gaining our degrees, employment, self employment or what ever our dreams and ambitions are for the future.
By looking at our past, present and future we can see in black and white how we are, how we have been, and a confident glimpse of what we will become in the future. Writing down everything you have done helps you focus on things you may have missed and might like to try. Artists continually observe things. We see things that others don't. We interpret signs, objects and beings through art. Using networking, we can open our minds to new ideas and thought processes.
At this moment in time, gaining employment is very difficult. We must strive to become accomplished in our fields and develop our own unique style which will set us apart from others. We should enquire about voluntary work as this shows employers that you have a high level of commitment and strong work ethics. Networking will also provide you with teamworking skills.
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