Being a girl in your twenties is an exciting time made for life changing adventures, friendships, relationships and careers. This is a stage of your life that really matters. These are ten tips (in no particular order) to keep in mind as a Twenty-something year old:
1.Be Selfish – This is the time to focus on YOU. You have the rest of your life to worry about a partner and maybe even a family. Find activities that make you happy and set your self up for success in the future so that you can focus more on others you care about later down the road.
2. SAVE –This may be one of the most important tips of all. If you start saving now, that money in the bank will grow. Although it seems that buying a car, a house, or saving for retirment seems far away, it is never to early to start. I make a goal to put aside a percentage of my paycheck each month and leaving it in my savings. Right now I would rather spend it but I know I will thank myself later.
3.Network – It is important to start talking to professionals about potential careers. Adults love to give college students advice and they may even help you be able to score a internship. It is always great to ask questions and find out more about what you really want to do. I created a LinkedIN which is important for every college student and this is a great way to Network with Alumni of your college or stay connected to previous co-workers.
4.Social Media – Remember ladies: whatever you do on social media can cost you in real life. It is important to stay safe online and also not share things you may not show or tell a person face to face. Companies can look at your profiles and will judge you based on it. Having 5,000 facebook friends is in the past. Take time in your twenties to delete all the randos from your profile.
5.Thank Your Parents –Your parents have done more for you than you may ever know. Make sure you let them know how appreciative you are. Sometimes I buy my mom flowers just as a way to let her know I appreciate everything she does for me.
6. Take Pictures – Don’t take so many that you can’t enjoy the moments but having pictures to look back on is fun. These are the moments you may not even realize you’ll want to look back on later. Selfies are completly acceptable.
7. Travel – There is a reason everyone says to do it. This is the time for you to explore and broaden your world view. Take a step out of your comfort zone because it is worth it. The best money spent is on experiences and it is really life changing when you realize you can handle the big, wide world. It is an especially good talking point during interviews as well!
8.Read the News –It is time to start eduacating yourself about what is going on around the globe. I take 10-15 minutes every day to check CNN and read up on what is happening. People will be impressed with you and you will feel “in the know.” It can be a great conversation starter instead of just talking about the latest Kardashian drama.
9. Be Healthy, Be Happy – Right now you are in your prime. Take care of your body because it’s the only one you’ve got and it has to last a while. Get yourself to the gym without excuses and drink lots of water. Remember what you eat in private, you wear in public! It is important not to be too harsh on yourself and remember that you are in control.
10.Date – This is the time to figure out what you do or don’t like about certain types of guys. Go on a blind date, it keeps things interesting! If it goes poorly, at least you have a great story to tell your girlfriends.