Natalina Sents is an Iowa State University graduate with a degree in Agricultural Business and an Ambassador of Beck’s Hybrids’ Why I Farm Roadtrip initiative. Since graduating in 2016, she has followed every college student’s dream of travelling the country. She has visited over 40 different states throughout the United States to interview farmers about their experiences in agriculture.

Natalina joins me today to discuss the Why I Farm Roadtrip initiative, how it got started, and how it has changed her perspective on life and the agriculture industry. She also shares some of the most touching stories she has heard throughout her journey as well as some of the most unique commodities she has seen on farms across the country.

“What makes agriculture such an awesome community is the people.” - Natalina Sents

Today on AgGrad Live:

How she combined her creative desires with her passion for agriculture to find a career she loves.

He most unique agricultural commodity she has seen on a farm throughout her travels.

How the roadtrip initiative has changed her perspective and career goals.

The opportunities that await after the roadtrip is over.

Her favorite stories from the road.

Natalina’s Advice to College Students:

Make sure your priorities are right.

Take time to get to know yourself.

Take time to cherish the people you meet.

Connect with Natalina Sents:

http://www.whyifarm.com/ (Why I Farm)

http://www.whyifarm.com/blog.html#!/blog/all (Why I Farm Blog)

http://therootsjourney.blogspot.com/ (Roots Journey Blog)

https://twitter.com/Roots_Journey (Twitter)

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When applying for jobs, especially online, it can often seem like there’s nothing more you can do to increase your chances of showing your potential employer that you are the best fit for the job description. But, more often than not, there are several things that new professionals can do to increase their chances of getting hired while also learning how likely they are to get the job.

Today, I’m sharing a few tips and strategies you can use to slightly improve your chance of getting hired for a position you applied to. I’ll also share some of the most common mistakes we see many new professionals make when applying for a new job, how to avoid these mistakes, and what you can do to learn where you stand in the employer’s pool of applicants.

“Patience does not mean inaction.” - Tim Hammerich

Today on AgGrad Live:

The importance of knowing which jobs you qualify for

He importance of a confirmation call or email

The importance of being patient during the job-hunting process

How asking questions during the follow-up can impact your chances of getting the job while letting you know how likely you are to be hired for the position

Resources Mentioned:

AGL001: Leveraging LinkedIn for Your Career in Agriculture

3 Questions to Ask Potential Employers:

What is your timeline on filling this position?

Is it okay to connect with someone who already has this job?

When is an appropriate time to follow-up with you about this position?

Connect, Share & ADVANCE Your Career in Agriculture

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of AgGrad Live - the podcast helping aspiring, new, and veteran professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show on iTunes, visit our website, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Don’t forget to share each episode on your favorite social media platforms to help other professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry!

LinkedIn is the world’s largest online social media platform for businesses and professionals. It’s a great tool for professionals in a wide range of industries and niches to connect and network with others while opening doors of opportunities to advance your business or career. Yet, many people throughout the agriculture industry overlook the benefits and possibilities that are waiting for them on the LinkedIn platform.

On today’s episode of AgGrad Live, I want to share how leveraging LinkedIn can impact your career in the agriculture industry. I’ll explain the three main reasons why aspiring, new, and veteran professionals should utilize the LinkedIn platform, how to create a powerful profile, and how to build authority in your niche as an agriculture professional.

“LinkedIn is not a resume database. The whole idea is to build professional connections.” - Tim Hammerich

Today on AgGrad Live:

How to create a powerful, authentic LinkedIn profile.

Using appropriate keywords on your LinkedIn profile.

The importance of creating personalized messages when connecting with other professionals.

Strategies to help you build authority on LinkedIn.

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.facebook.com/arablemedia00/ (Arable Media Facebook Page)

http://www.aggrad.com/blog (AgGrad Career Profiles)

3 Benefits of Leveraging LinkedIn:

Build your personal brand.

Expand your network.

Build authority in your industry.

Grab Your FREE LinkedIn Guide!

Want more great tips and strategies on how you can use LinkedIn to build your personal brand, become recognized as an authority, and impact your business or career in the agriculture industry? Visit AgGrad.com/LinkedIn to grab your copy of AgGrad’s Leveraging LinkedIn Guide!

Connect, Share & ADVANCE Your Career in Agriculture

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of AgGrad Live - the podcast helping aspiring, new, and veteran professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show on iTunes, visit our website, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Don’t forget to share each episode on your favorite social media platforms to help other professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry!

AgGrad exists to help students and professionals find their place in modern agriculture. 

If you are interested in either starting or advancing your career in agriculture, this podcast is for you!

In this episode, Tim answers questions such as: 

What is AgGrad?

Who is this show designed for? 

What will you get out of subscribing to AgGrad Live? 

What do we hope you can do with this information? 

How can this help someone who is interested in pivoting their career into agriculture?

How will this help college students? 

How will this benefit hiring managers in agribusiness? 

Connect, Share & ADVANCE Your Career in Agriculture

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of AgGrad Live - the podcast helping aspiring, new, and veteran professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show on iTunes, visit our website, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Don’t forget to share each episode on your favorite social media platforms to help other professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry!