5 Tips for Building Meaningful Connections as a 3MTT Fellow

Hey Techies!

As a 3MTT fellow, forming strong connections with your peers goes beyond enhancing your career prospects. These relationships enrich your learning experience, contribute to both personal and professional growth, and play a pivotal role in your success within the program.

The ability to cultivate strong, positive relationships with fellow fellows is a skill that complements your technical expertise. It’s a cornerstone of not only advancing in your career but also finding fulfillment and satisfaction throughout your fellowship journey.

5 Tips for Building Meaningful Connections as a 3MTT Fellow

1. Be Genuine: Authenticity is the foundation of any meaningful connection. Be yourself and show a sincere interest in getting to know your peers.

2. Participate in community activities and events: Whether it’s a casual meetup, a collaborative project, or a program-wide event, engaging in social activities helps break the ice and strengthens bonds within your fellowship.

3. Offer Help and Support: “It is in giving that we receive” ~ St. Francis of Assisi. Offering assistance and being there for your peers creates a supportive network that benefits everyone.

4. Show Appreciation: Acknowledging and appreciating your peers’ efforts fosters a positive environment. A simple thank you can have a big impact.

5. Respect Boundaries: While building friendships is important, it’s equally crucial to respect professional boundaries and the personal space of others.

Important Information

1. Cohort 2 fellows ALCs list: Use this link to check your ALC.

2. If you are in Cohort 2 and you have not been assigned to any ALC yet after checking the list please fill out this form

3. Track (Course)/Location Change Request: If you wish to change your learning track or location, please use this form

4. Stream 2 Study Group: The resources for the stream 2 study group are available on this sheet. Here is what you need to do.

   1. Access the resource sheet here.

   2. Navigate to your track tab which contains your learning resources

   3. Follow the weekly learning resources and do the corresponding weekly project.

   4. Join the weekly study group session with your mentor.

   5. Don’t forget to share your learning highlights across social media using the hashtag #3MTTOgunStudyGroup

5. Book Club: In continuation of our habit-building from last month, we will be reading ATOMIC HABIT by James Clear. here is the link to the Book of the Month don’t forget to share your highlights from the book using the hashtags #3MTTOgunBookClub and #My3MTT. We will also be choosing our reader of the week after our weekly book review.

Resources

1. Product and Project Management resources based on the session we had 2 weeks ago.

2. GIT 101

3. Importance of attending Tech Events