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One of the main ways FGPM brings value to our first generation members is by acting as a resource for common questions and experiences. We invite you to explore our library of short articles - written by the FGPM Board of Directors or Milwaukee’s community leaders, links to our partner organizations, and ways to get involved with the FGPM mission.
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Your Career is Not Linear: An Interview with Kurt Jansen
Kurt Jansen has been involved in all aspects of the customer experience for over 30 years. Now Senior Strategy Director at GMR Marketing LLC, Kurt develops client-centric solutions to address activation goals by leveraging critical thinking, teamwork, and a large dollop of his signature creative magic. In this Interview, we hear from Kurt on how to make the most of your career journey, as he reminds us that patience, humility, and sincerity can be your biggest strengths.
Adding Value from Day One: Five Ways to Excel in a New Role
From changing offices to changing industries, beginning a new role can be both exciting and demanding. It is the perfect time to make a great first impression and to demonstrate an interest in to your company’s business. In this article, we discuss five tactics will help you add value to your new employer and put your best foot forward as a new hire.
How to Show up as Your Authentic Self in Your Career as a Young Professional
“How to Show up as Your Authentic Self in the Workplace and in Your Career as a Young Professional,” in partnership with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) - Wisconsin Chapter Emerging Professionals Committee including FGPM Vice President Margaret Nedow.
Ask and You Will Receive: 5 Ways to Ask More Effective Questions in the Workplace
One of the most meaningful skills to develop as you begin your career is asking effective questions. We understand, however, that asking questions can be daunting for young professionals, especially if you do not have experience conducting workplace or professional inquiries. In this article, we outline how best to structure your questions, how to make the most of each ask, and how to acquire the information you need to be successful in your role.
Set Up for Success: Five Ways to Support First Gen Professionals in the Workplace
First generation professionals are a unique group, typically with a non-traditional path to the workforce. While this non-traditional path can forge a distinctly useful skillset, there are certain steps employers can implement to leverage this existing skillset, while providing essential workplace resources to which first generation young professionals may not have previous access. In this article, we highlight five ways you can support first generation young professionals in your workplace.
Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone: An Interview with Brittany Mallas
Brittany Mallas has been a relationship curator and a Milwaukee community connector for 15 years. From her previous experience in alumni relations at Quarles and Brady, to her current role as Rotational Development Program Coordinator at BMO Financial Group, Brittany champions the importance of networking and a strong community presence.
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Are you interested in furthering the FGPM mission? We would love to have you. See below for three easy ways to help us uplift the next generation of young professionals in Milwaukee.
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Not sure on career next steps? The Mentorship Program can help.
Join an FGPM Committee
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In an effort to make FGPM as accessible to young professionals as possible, we have decided to forego membership dues for both general membership and participation in the Mentorship Program. For this reason, we are seeking public support through donations to continue to further our mission. FGPM is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization and all donations are tax-deductible.
If you would like to get involved through sponsorship or in-kind donation, please email president@fgpm.org.
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Gain career insights from cross-generational mentorships with industry professionals
Leverage resources to answer common questions, develop your resume, or practice corporate communication skills
Network with other Milwaukee young professionals and mentors, including through our strategic partner organizations