In this podcast episode Jim and Lauren talk about flags in the context of networking. We talk about a few scenarios, including these listed below, in order to provide context to help all of you navigate networking situations. By networking, we are referring to situations such as networking events, informational interviewing, and also email networking. For context, in case you did not listen to episodes 19, 20, or 21 a Red Flag could refer to something that  means stop, leave immediately - reallynot a good thing.  A Yellow Flag could mean warning, slow down, you may want to investigate further; a Green Flag means proceed and a Beige flag could refers to a strange or odd behavior or item that catches someone off guard but typically don't hurt anything. A beige flag is neither good nor bad, but it does draw attention.  We hope you enjoy listening!  

Scenario: Single minded networker

Scenario: putting your stress or time crunch on someone else 

Scenario: Not having a clear elevator pitch 

Scenario: Not following up after someone made a referral connection for you

Scenario: not empowering people to help you  

Scenario: Expecting ROI quickly 

Scenario: Not being clear enough with Email networking  

Lauren Celano, CEO of Propel Careers and Jim Gould, the Director for Postdoctoral Affairs at Harvard Medical School, launched this podcast as a way for us to share our advice, insights, and reflections to help others navigate their careers.

As we develop new episodes, this podcast will provide insights regarding career advice to help listeners navigate career choices and become more confident in their decisions. We look forward to busting myths and providing real life, timely, and accurate advice. Jim and Lauren work heavily with Ph.D. trained scientists, but the advice we provide can be applicable to other audiences. We hope you enjoy listening!