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Transitioning From College to Corporate
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items Transitioning from college to corporate can be difficult. I feel like no one really talks about this. Therefore, I created this list to help anybody struggling with this transition. I’ve included snacks that will help you get through your corporate d...
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Clothes
Snacks
Supplies
Clothes
You need to dress in clothes that are gonna make you look professional and feel good. This is make sure that you feel confident. I highly recommend looking to my other list about capsule clothes.
This is a classic, and I wear one pretty much every day. You can wear an under cardigan jacket or if you’re wearing the right pants, you can wear it on its own! I have it in white, gray, cream, and a few fun colors!
Bestee Crop T-Shirt | Old Navy - Gap
UNIQLO has all the basics a girl could want. Get a few pairs of dress pants. I would definitely get a black pair. In the summer, I definitely think you can pull off a white pair.
Shop Women's Dress Pants | UNIQLO US
I personally don’t wear heels to work, but I love to wear ballet flats. They are way more comfortable than heels, but they are just as classy and cute.
Women's Ballet Flats | Free Shipping with Loyalty - Sam Edelman
I love cardigans!! There I said it! They keep me warm in the office and they had a nice pop-up color to any basic outfit! I love matching my shoes to my cardigans. I think it’s a simple way to spice up any outfit.
Women's Cardigans – Lightweight Layers & Everyday ...
Mary Jane flats are also another great shoe option to wear at work. They are cute and classy!!
Women's Mary Jane Flats - Leather, Velvet, Raffia & Woven | Birdies
A clean cut denim jacket can level up any work outfit. Make sure there’s no holes or acid stains. Wear it with some nice pants.
Women's Denim Jackets | ZARA United States
I unfortunately work in a lab so I cannot wear dresses. If you are able to a nice dress will keep you cool in the summer, while still looking professional.
Shop Work Dresses | White House Black Market
Snacks
You will be working for a minimum of eight hours a day. This is taxing on your body and you will get hungry. Make sure you are properly fueling your body!! If you’re hungry eat! No one wants a hangry co worker…
Me and my coworkers rave about these! We normally eat it around 3 after lunch. They provide us with a little afternoon boost. This also keeps me full until dinner, which is huge since I workout after work.
Balanced Break Snacks | Cheese & Crackers Variety - Target
Such a quick snack and a little sweet treat. After a long meeting I will reward myself with a handful of this sweet and salty snack!
Chocolate Pretzels | Snacks & Candies - Target
These are so good and so easy to grab out of the fridge! Plus they are about 7g of protein per square! I will either eat them as is or make an adult lunchable out of them!
Tillamook Cheese Snack Portions - Target
You can go wrong with a handfuls of almonds. They are good for you and will keep you full all afternoon.
Buy Almonds Online - Raw, Roasted, Flavored & More | Nuts.com
I love this stuff. It’s not a snack but it is a little afternoon pick me up! This is my favorite creamer it is so good!!
Chobani S'mores Coffee Creamer - 24 fl oz
Don’t get me started on this stuff. I love it! It’s better than some of the other snacks plus it’s delish!!
Smartfood® Popcorn | Seriously delicious popcorn.
Supplies
If you’re gonna be successful, you need to have all the materials. If your job is 100% online this may look a little different. This is what I have found they have helped me.
I know this sounds silly, but my wireless mouse is literally my best friend. I hate my computer trackpad so I’m always using my mouse.
Wireless Mouse - Amazon.com
This is especially helpful during training, but I write everything on sticky notes. From training tips, to shopping list. This makes it easy to take stuff home or to move it around the office.
Post-it® Brand
In my group, everybody has a writing pad like this. Even though most of our stuff is on the computer, it is still super helpful to have a written to-do list.
Writing Pad - Amazon.com
If you ever have to work from home, it is super nice to have a book bag with a laptop case built inside of it. This makes sure nothing gets damaged. Most of the time they will also have a little pocket for your mouse, which is my favorite part!
Laptop Backpacks | OGIO
If you’re gonna be working in the same area for 40 hours a week, it needs to be cute. These desk pads level up your desk and make it feel like you!
Desk Pad - Amazon.com
Unless your job is 100% online, you’ll most likely need paper supplies. Get some cute ones that make you happy!!
Enamel Paper Clip Set - Garden Study - Rifle Paper Co.
This is one of those things you’re gonna need if you work with any kind of paper. It just helps to keep you organized. Again get the cute ones to make you feel good.
Binder Clips | Mini, Small & Medium Fashion Clips - U Brands