>> Well, I spend a lot of time talking to people, you know,
in the early stages of their career.
And the advice I often give is, be the person who stands out because you're always available,
you always want to -- through your own work and dedication,
you stand out as the hardest working person, the person who's most committed
to making sure that everything is great.
Do great work with everything you do.
There is no such thing as a menial assignment -- in a newsroom, say --
and let your work speak for itself.
Open yourself up to feedback.
Try to get constructive criticism on your work.
Seek out mentors who can help bring you along.
Maintain the contacts with people at a place like, a wonderful place like Temple University
because this place is networked all around the world and that can only help.
And really take advantage of every opportunity you're given.
This is a place that will open doors but that's only the first step.
Don't assume that the door is going to be held open for you.
You're going to have to hold it open yourself and then walk through
and really carry yourself with purpose and mission.
And the people who do that consistently are generally the people who succeed.