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Originally Posted by frcguy
Take advantage of any opportunities you are given.
-Always take advantage of opportunities that are presented to you. For example, I got to experience so much and learn so many things my rookie year from taking advantage of opportunities like visiting other team's shops, going to Champs, and just talking to people at events.
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THIS INCLUDES MENTORS AND SENIOR STUDENTS. Some of the greatest opportunities to make connections and learn skills will come from your more seasoned peers or adult mentors. Every adult volunteer has an amazing background and resume, with countless things to explain/teach. Listen to them and take advantage of their knowledge.
Senior students will benefit from teaching you just as much as you will benefit from being taught. Listening to older students, asking questions, and working together not only helps you gain new passions and skills, but it helps them become better at what they already know how to do, and improve when it comes to sharing their knowledge with others. You're doing both parties a favor when working with other team members, specifically the experienced ones that have been on the team for a while.