Optimizing your FPO Experience

Optimizing your FPO Experience
Strategies for making the most of your FPO experience
Gather Key Insights
Ask about workplace culture, dress code, transportation options, and an overview of responsibilities.
Plan for Collaboration
Set mutual clear expectations while staying flexible. Have a general idea of what you'd like to accomplish.
Seek Feedback Early & Often
Request interim and post-FPO feedback to improve and align with expectations.
Network Strategically
If attending events, ask for introductions to key contacts to build meaningful connections.
Maximizing Your FPO Experience
Leverage Resources
Connect with colleagues beyond assigned contacts and utilize external mentors.
Stay Observant
Look for new learning opportunities, speaker insights, and cross-business collaborations.
Take Initiative
Step outside your comfort zone, develop new skills, and tackle challenges confidently.
Use Support Channels
Reach out to your city mentor, cohort ambassador, or advisor if issues arise.
Tip: Make the most of office hours and 1:1s by scheduling time for guidance and clarification.
FPO Success: Communication & Adaptability
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Be Proactive in Communicating
Inform necessary people promptly about challenges like illness or lateness.
2
Clarify Priorities
If assigned work outside your scope, ask whether it should take priority over core tasks.
3
Document Everything
Send follow-up emails after meetings, log key discussions, and maintain clear records.
4
Schedule Regular Check-ins
Aim for at least a 30-minute debrief each week to align on tasks and progress.
Capturing Your FPO Experience
Document Key Moments
Ask for permission to take photos (where allowed) to capture memories and showcase your journey.
Create Mutual Value
Approach the FPO as a two-way learning experience—ensure both you and your host organization gain meaningful insights.
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