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Senior Foreign Service Officer Conrad Turner comments on the stereotypes—and the misconceptions—about the diplomatic corps.
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This is Part II of a two-part series reflecting on time well-spent while building a career in diplomacy.
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This is Part I of a two-part series reflecting on time well-spent while building a career in diplomacy. In Part II, Senior Foreign Service Officer Conrad Turner will share considerations about returns on time investment and key takeaways for those new the field.
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Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service Conrad Turner looks at volunteering, active learning and the calling of a public diplomat.
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Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service Conrad Turner shares seasoned career insights for students seeking entry into the diplomatic corps.
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