Gaining Experience

[KelliBarber]

Hi Everyone!

I am not sure if anyone else has done this, but I recently emailed a banquet and offered my services for free for a week or two just to gain experience. I am new to the industry, so I wasn't sure how it was going to play out. But the Banquet manager is really excited to have me on board and asked if I was looking for a job for September! I know I was back and forth with whether I should do that, but it definitely worked out perfectly! Has anyone else done something like this to get your foot in the door??

[Vivian]

HI Kelli,

I haven't but that sounds like a great idea - good for you. Where do you live?

[KelliBarber]

I'm from Guelph, ON. Are you from Canada as well Vivian?

[Vivian]

No, I am from Maryland.

[HarmonySavoia]

Kelli, this is brilliant for several reasons, one as you mentioned is the experience. Two is the potential contacts you will make. Also, it looks like you already have a job offer. Well done.