Discovering your personal competitive advantage will help you make calculated, strategic decisions  while setting SMART goals for the next phase of your career. For young professionals, a competitive advantage can be tied to anything from presentation skills, personality, degree(s) obtained, and/or technical expertise. 

A group of people who see your potential and believe in your goals can make or break a young professional. A board should consist of a mix of individuals who have your best interest at heart. Listed below are the 5 people you should have on your board.