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6 reasons why you should join a college committee

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The time spent in college is an intrinsic part of an individual’s life. Major transformations occur, from growing more mature to getting ready to face the corporate world. Amidst lectures and sneaky trips to the canteen to grab a cup of coffee, finding time for joining a college committee sounds difficult. Where to be or not be is always the question, we list below reasons to convince you to join a college committee. 


  1. Experience




Apart from the essential knowledge of your subject, you need to explore the world lying beyond books and lectures. Different in a variety of aspects, college committees are places which give you the real-world experience. You get an insight into the various integral facets of the corporate world. From marketing, product management and finance, you manage everything to make sure that your committee stands firm and events are well-organised. This helps you gain hands-on experience even before you enter the realm of the unknown, the corporate world.


  1. Exposure




Where you’re privy to gossips in the canteen, college communities bring you closer to the industry. You get aware of the happenings of the world and don’t merely stay in the confines of your classroom. Moreover, you gain knowledge in various aspects, ascertain what’s right and what isn’t and frame better opinions. This gives an edge to your personality while you groom yourself for entering the corporate world. In addition, you might land opportunities to visit different cities for events and more.


  1. Network




An imperative part of one’s life, the foundations of networking are laid in the early stages of your college life. College communities help in developing a better network, giving you opportunities to get in touch with people from the industry. You build better relations with your seniors and juniors. The people you connect with today, help in building yourself, in refining your existing skills and in knowing the crevices of the industry. Having a good network of people will help you tremendously during your job search. Additionally, they’ll help you in figuring out the intricacies of pitching yourself to the employer. 


  1. Skill Development




The skill development process that you undergo during your college life is highly underestimated. This increases manifold with your involvement in college communities. From leadership and soft skills to teamwork and commitment, joining college committees help exceptionally in honing your skills. 


  1. Career




Joining college communities help in framing your personality better. Not only does it show that you are a pro-active individual but also reflects your ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Almost all recruiters look for such substantial traits in their employees for efficient working of the company. Having the experience of running a college event adds value to your existing skills and speaks about your prowess in various necessary domains.  


  1. Discover your true self




Student committees are best in helping you find what you really want in life. You get to work in various different areas which help you shape yourself better and figure out your likes and dislikes. You can work on your strengths, question your weaknesses and sort your personal goals. Exploring various aspects of work gives you an idea about what’s expected of you in the corporate world. 

Where the college curriculum focuses on building your knowledge of the subject, college communities lay the foundation bricks of your personality. Thus, an essential part of the college journey, these musn’t be ignored and should be given equal importance besides studies. 

Join a college committee to pave the road for your career. The steering wheel of your career is in your hands. To be or not to be is not the question anymore!
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