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Every person, business, and non-profit has a brand. And each individual’s personal and professional brand is something to regularly update, hone, evaluate, rinse, and repeat. Since this essence is at the heart of any human or organization, why not partner with someone to gain valuable help in articulating a brand?
In the Gilded Age, society doyennes like Caroline Schermerhorn Astor and Alva Vanderbilt Belmont would leave a calling card when paying a social visit. These visiting cards were first used in 15th-century China, then later embraced by 17th-century British aristocracy. Leaving a calling card was an elegant way to announce an arrival to be seen by the hostess.
Through this internship, I have learned the importance of branding. It is more than just a name and slogan. It is the little details no one notices; the font, color scheme, your message, planning, and presenting why people should choose YOU. Branding starts with yourself, and in honor of National Intern Day, here are a few things I do when introducing myself.
