The professional world can be difficult to navigate – on all ends of the spectrum. For our older colleagues, there is pressure to stay relevant. For younger employees, navigating social norms can be overwhelming especially when some of those expectations aren’t verbalized, they’re just “common knowledge.”

We sit down with our CEO for 15 minutes each week to get practical business advice so we can advance in our careers. On this episode, we chat about what to do if you’re a 21st century intern…

Key Takeaways

• Clarify expectations so everyone is on the same page
• Don’t expect some else to provide the clarification for you; ask for it yourself
• Learn how to balance your personal life and your work life so the two can coexist
• If you’re considering an unpaid internship, make sure that the outcome will be worth your investment