This is a time of unprecedented access to free support for your career and/or business (ED: think Chinwag's Careers Day this Weds).
Whether you’re a school-leaver or a graduate looking for a first job, an entrepreneur / freelancer starting out, or an employee looking to change direction, there is no shortage of individuals and organisations willing to meet, help and support you.
But what to do when you get that opportunity?
Based on a reasonably reliable mix of
experience, observation and (occasionally hilarious) anecodotes from
others here are a handful of things to help you make the most of the
experience, and to leave a positive impression on those who might be
helpful again later…