Goals

I find that it is always better to go somewhere new with no expectations; that way, you will not be let down by the idealistic image you have in mind when it comes to seeing it in person. But I also find that it is important to go somewhere with a set group of goals. As I did when I studied abroad in France last semester, I also came up with a few goals that I would like to reach during my internship in Cape Town.

• Be punctual (meet deadlines, follow through, don't make people wait, wake up on time)
• Be open-minded (don't be afraid to say hi first, be flexible with new types of personalities)
• Be proactive (don't wait until the last minute to do something, initiate a fun idea to do)
• Become more knowledgeable of the non-profit sector (dive deep into learning about NGO governance and marketing, try to figure out if this is the industry I want to be in for the rest of my life or at any point of my life)
• Become very involved in the organization I will be interning for (offer as much time as they need, be patient, be receptive)
• Learn about the South African culture (people, food, places, things, music, language, etc.)
• Don't be afraid to try new things (go on a safari, go skydiving, join in on a traditional dance)
• Never take the experience for granted (live everyday to the fullest)
  

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