• Subscribe
  • Newsletter
  • Media Kit
  • Contact
  • Login
Campus Rec Magazine
  • Sections
    • Facility Development
    • News
    • Operations
    • Programming
    • Rec of the Month
    • Staff Development
    • Well-being
    • Profiles
  • Magazine
    • Current Issue
    • Past Issues
    • Subscribe
    • Newsletter
    • Contact Us
  • Columns
  • Supplier Insights
    • Brand Voice
    • Supplier News
    • Supplier Voice
  • Podcast
  • Webinars
  • Education
    • CR Leadership Summit
    • Campus Rec Mastermind Groups
No Result
View All Result
  • Sections
    • Facility Development
    • News
    • Operations
    • Programming
    • Rec of the Month
    • Staff Development
    • Well-being
    • Profiles
  • Magazine
    • Current Issue
    • Past Issues
    • Subscribe
    • Newsletter
    • Contact Us
  • Columns
  • Supplier Insights
    • Brand Voice
    • Supplier News
    • Supplier Voice
  • Podcast
  • Webinars
  • Education
    • CR Leadership Summit
    • Campus Rec Mastermind Groups
No Result
View All Result
Campus Rec Magazine
No Result
View All Result
Home Columns

Is it Who You Know?

Heather Hartmann by Heather Hartmann
October 12, 2017
in Columns, News
0
who you know
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on LinkedIn

Growing up I was told, “It’s who you know.”

And as the headstrong child I was, I didn’t believe the wiser people who came before me. “It doesn’t matter,” I would say. “I can do anything I put my mind to no matter who I know.”

Now, while both of these statements have truth, I believe they come together to make a truth more powerful than the last. While grit and hard work are a necessity to get anywhere in this life, I do think it’s about who you know.

It’s Not What You Think!

But it’s not “who you know” in the sense of stepping on toes and rising to the top by climbing over other people. Rather, it’s about real relationships, true mentorship and intentional networking.

I think about my own connections. I think about my friends. They have unique skillsets, businesses and knowledge that have benefitted me greatly, both in my career and in my personal life. I have been given opportunities to learn new skillsets and try out new things. If I have a question about nutrition or fitness or photography, I can turn to my peers and ask them what their experiences have been. I know I will call my brother about business or fixing my car before Googling anything. And my mentor challenges me on a daily basis to pursue emotional and spiritual health so I can be the best me I’m meant to be.

I even think about my time in the world of magazines — recommendations and “I’ll CC you” are incredibly powerful items. I’ve been able to connect with impossible sources because of networking. If I hadn’t known so-and-so, I never would have met such-and-such. Truly, who you know can be a powerful thing.

An Encouragement from the Editor

So, I encourage you, Campus Rec Professional, to pursue relationships. Connect with those in your department, and then expand from there. Spend time at conferences and seminars networking. It can be scary to put yourself out there, to introduce yourself to someone new, but oh how wonderful a new friendship can be! You will learn an infinite amount from each relationship you establish, each networking opportunity you have.

I challenge you to pursue purposefully one relationship today. Grab a cup of coffee with the marketing director and ask them how they got where they are. Chat up your facilities manager and learn their secret to keeping the floors spotless. Find someone to be your next mentor, or maybe volunteer to mentor an eager student. Take an interest in people, learn from them, build relationships and see what incredible places they take you.

Tags: campus reccampus rec departmentCampus Rec Professionalcampus recreationcampus recreation networkingfeaturedHigher Educationnetworkingpeoplerelationshipsuniversity
Previous Post

TRUE Fitness Technology Expands Strength Product

Next Post

Building Campus Rec Programming that Stands Out

Heather Hartmann

Heather Hartmann

Heather Hartmann is the editor for Campus Rec Magazine. She can be reached at heather@peakemedia.com.

Related Posts

Officials
Intramurals

Addressing the Shortage of Officials in Intramural Programs

March 28, 2023
Mental Health Programming
Mental Health

Collaborations Enhance Student Mental Health Programming

March 21, 2023
NIRSA Rec Day
Programming

How Schools Celebrated NIRSA Rec Day

March 2, 2023
Matrix
News

Matrix Makes Education and Connection Possible at the Summit

February 23, 2023
Programming
Programming

Setting the Bar Low for Programming Success

February 21, 2023
Mental Health
Well-being

How Campus Rec Can Positively Influence Mental Health

February 14, 2023
Next Post
Campus Rec Programming

Building Campus Rec Programming that Stands Out

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn
Campus Rec Magazine

The premier business resource for college and university recreation centers.

The Current Issue

March/April 2023

March/April 2023

Browse

  • Home
  • Subscribe
  • Newsletter
  • Podcast
  • Media Kit
  • Contact

© 2022 Campus Rec Magazine. Published by Peake Media.

No Result
View All Result
  • Sections
    • Facility Development
    • News
    • Operations
    • Programming
    • Rec of the Month
    • Staff Development
    • Well-being
    • Profiles
  • Magazine
    • Current Issue
    • Past Issues
    • Subscribe
    • Newsletter
    • Contact Us
  • Columns
  • Supplier Insights
    • Brand Voice
    • Supplier News
    • Supplier Voice
  • Podcast
  • Webinars
  • Education
    • CR Leadership Summit
    • Campus Rec Mastermind Groups

© 2022 Campus Rec Magazine. Published by Peake Media.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In