Sometimes inspiration for a blog post comes from the strangest places. I’ve felt in a slump recently with not knowing what to write about and this morning as I was getting my things together for work, I thought about writing a post about what goes in my bag every day with me to my internship. Now I understand a lot of people may not care about this, but I think there is some value for people who may be just beginning an internship or don’t know what to bring on their first day.

So, here we go:

  1. My beloved Macbook Pro (and charger!): I’ve had my Macbook for four years now and it is one of my most precious possessions. It got me through papers and finals in college and now is my main resource for working in my internship. Everyone in the office has Mac computers and we’re all pretty reliant on them. In an ad agency, it’s possible not to need a computer and be constantly connected with coworkers and clients.
  2. Notebook and numerous pens: Next to my computer, having a notebook on hand always is important in my job. Working on the account side of an ad agency or the “suits and ties” side, it’s important to always have a notebook in hand to write things down. I take my notebook everywhere; when my boss calls me into his office, during meetings (even when I have my computer), and even just sitting at my desk. I’m constantly writing things down and making sure I know exactly what my boss wants from me. Same goes with having writing utensils available. It doesn’t have to be pens, I just happen to prefer them over pencils. But it’s important to always have something on hand to be able to write down whatever it is you need.
  3. Planner/Calendar: In order to keep track of deadlines, I like having a physical calendar to write everything down. While I think iCal is great, there’s just something about having a physical calendar that helps me stay more organized. It also helps me keep all my appointments straight so my supervisors know when I may be out of the office or late to work.
  4. Miscellaneous electronic devices: Just in case I need to plug my iPhone into my computer for any reason I like to keep a USB connection cord (which also helps charge my phone). In addition, I like having a pair of headphones so I can listen to music in the office without disrupting my coworkers who may be distracted by listening to music while working.
  5. Umbrella: I park five blocks away from my office, you never know how important an umbrella is until you’re stuck in a downpour for five blocks.
  6. Cardigan/Blazer/Jacket: My office is generally pretty chilly and I get cold easily anyways so I always make sure I have something for when I do eventually get cold.
  7. Wallet, keys, phone, chapstick: I never leave the house without these essentials!

Have anything you think might be worthwhile for me to add? Let me know in the comments section!

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