So this weeks topic is "self-advocacy" which is something that I struggle with on and off. But I do think that I have been good about watching out for myself since I started internship. I have become more willing to ask questions and get help when I need it and I feel more comfortable receiving help and direction.
Last week I needed to work from home due to my being part of the school play, Midsummer Nights Dream. Becasue I have to take public transporation to and from my internship, I do not get home until after six. And my rehearsals usually ended at 6:15 at school. So I asked my mentor to let me work from home for the week so that I could honor my commitment to my "theatre company" as well as still getting my hours in for internship. I was allowed to work from home all last week and was given plenty of work to do.
This was probably my largest use of self-advocacy. But I have been asking questions of my mentor, as well as other people in the office, and looking out for opportunities to make an impression.
I have been pretty careful in following the guidelines for being a good intern. I always have my notebook, even when I'm given a task which would not really require notes, I take them anyways. I try my best to be on time for work, because that's really the only thing I could be on time to, but taking public transportation is a little bit unpredictable as far as time is confirmed. I think I have been dressed professionally, at least I'm trying. I am always doing something and even though it's not exciting work, I know I am getting things done that others will not have to do.
I am working on my internship project and I have the video outline done, just need I get it approved and I can start making it happen. Excited to see how much I can get done today.
Little side note about yesterday. I thought this was interesting. I saw a man, probably early 30's with two Justin Bieber tattoos. Nice to see someone who's not ashamed to show off something they love. You go man.
I wrote this on THE COASTER on the way to work. And so begins a long day. Much hope.