Good communication skills have a broad application.

Oh so many years ago, when I declared my collegiate major in English, my academic advisor assumed I would bolster that particular field of study with a minor in education. “Oh nay, nay,” was my response—well, maybe not those exact words. But while my refusal may have been a bit more timid, it was firm. I had no interest in teaching and I could not be dissuaded from my course. I could read the obvious consternation and concern on the face of Beulah Baker, my advisor, but my course and my course work were set in my mind. I was going to be a writer and nothing else. I’m certain Beulah thought I would starve.  Read more...

Since starting at The Basis Group I have realized the vast difference between school and the real world, and, wow!, what a gap. Though still a student, I’ve realized in order to prepare for this transition you must take the initiative or you will find yourself in a constant struggle fighting to keep up. I obviously struggle with my inexperience and lack of know-how in daily situations, and I’m confident that every other graduate will come across these same struggles. The selling point here is that you can never be fully prepared for what is to come, but I know without doubt there are ways to help lessen the blow. Looking at some areas of concern I will walk you through what has been successful in my attempt for preparedness in the design field.  Read more...