EARLY CAREER PROFESSIONAL VIEWPOINT
2021 Survival Guide: How to Get What You Need and Stay Connected
Taylor Murray, ECP-0407
tmurray@geo-logic.com
COVID has changed the way we communicate with each other whether you are working or learning remotely or as usual from the office or field. Like it or not, it is not business as usual and we are all trying to find ways to adjust to this “new normal”. Young professionals and students are particularly vulnerable at a time when guidance and a sense of belonging are so important. Traditional mentoring, internships, event participation, and field camp programs have been replaced with remote access and social distancing. So how do we make this transition from the way we used to do things to a new safer and interactive method of communication?
AIPG is actively working to open channels within the orga- nization to better support members by finding ways to share resources and keep communications productive and inclusive. Although meetings and conferences are now virtual, ease of access has allowed for an increase in participation along with the opportunity for discussions with a broader membership base. AIPG’s LinkedIn and recently added YouTube channel have also proved to be useful tools for members to access information, open up discussions, and to stay up to date with the current events in the geoscience world.
For student and early career professionals, finding your footing and establishing yourself professionally can be a chal- lenge all on its own and with the way the past year has gone it may seem impossible. But not to worry! You have already taken an important step by becoming involved in a professional organization, so now what?
Here are a few ways to stay con-
nected: • Check out
AIPG’s website,
LinkedIn, and YouTube channel for the latest updates, events, and interviews.
• Engage in local, regional and national organization webinars and events.
• Participate in video meetings and discussions. If you haven’t already, be sure to get a camera and mic to give yourself the opportunity to be a part of the discussion, ask ques- tions, and find ways to get involved. Actively participating in video calls gives members a chance to put a face with the name, open up lines
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of communication, and support those who are presenting or hosting an event.
• Re-energize your participation in AIPG state sections and student chapters. Reach out to your state section to connect with professionals and get more involved in your area. Host virtual meet ups with your student chapter to have meetings, organize virtual study groups to prepare for the ASBOG, game nights, or watch parties for your favorite geology movies and documentaries.
• Seek out volunteer opportunities.
• Schedule time to have a one on one with a mentor, profes- sor, or professional.
• Join AIPG and AGI in the Geoscience Online Learning Initiative (GOLI).
• Write an article for TPG.
Networking is invaluable to our industry and in maintain- ing a sense of community. Being engaged, ready to learn, and open to opportunity will give you a huge leg up when it comes to networking. You will increase your chances of connecting with professional members greatly and may even find your- self a mentor or even your next job! This year has been a real challenge but we will continue to adapt and find innovative ways to come together.
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