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Alejandra’s Answer
Hi Cindy,
I love this question! People always comment that I really made my dreams happen, but it took a lot of sweat and tears and a lot of people telling me it wasn't possible. But I got to where I am today because of a piece of advice my parents gave me:
Follow your passion and money will follow.
This piece of advice led me to study neuroscience, which perfectly aligned with my passion but I wasn't sure where it would take me on a career. After working in research, I knew I wanted to work in the intersection of branding and culture, but I wasn't sure what that was. So I took a lot of internships, had many odd jobs, but made sure my heart was always in what I was doing.
Now I work in cultural marketing, which I would have never discovered as a career if I hadn't focused on what I love. People that say "work is work and life is life, you don't have to enjoy work" is a projection of their own experience, don't let others opinion of what you should do shy you away from what you want to do.
Good luck!
I love this question! People always comment that I really made my dreams happen, but it took a lot of sweat and tears and a lot of people telling me it wasn't possible. But I got to where I am today because of a piece of advice my parents gave me:
Follow your passion and money will follow.
This piece of advice led me to study neuroscience, which perfectly aligned with my passion but I wasn't sure where it would take me on a career. After working in research, I knew I wanted to work in the intersection of branding and culture, but I wasn't sure what that was. So I took a lot of internships, had many odd jobs, but made sure my heart was always in what I was doing.
Now I work in cultural marketing, which I would have never discovered as a career if I hadn't focused on what I love. People that say "work is work and life is life, you don't have to enjoy work" is a projection of their own experience, don't let others opinion of what you should do shy you away from what you want to do.
Good luck!
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Kim’s Answer
Hi Cindy
This is a great question because you are getting very diverse answers which is perfect. What you will learn from everyone's unique answer is that there is no one distinct path that you need to follow.
My journey was very diverse (retail to service to healthcare). And I earned my degree as a working adult. Each experience brought value to the next role - even if not in the same field. I always felt that it made me more well-rounded and helped me to be more open to new opportunities that I may have not thought possible.
My best advice is to keep your eyes and options open as you fulfill your journey. And know that it is your distinct journey to navigate. You may choose to seek advice along the way, but know that it is just that and there is no right or wrong way. Your decisions are what matter and they are yours alone to make. Feel empowered to do what is right for you.
Best wishes on your journey.
This is a great question because you are getting very diverse answers which is perfect. What you will learn from everyone's unique answer is that there is no one distinct path that you need to follow.
My journey was very diverse (retail to service to healthcare). And I earned my degree as a working adult. Each experience brought value to the next role - even if not in the same field. I always felt that it made me more well-rounded and helped me to be more open to new opportunities that I may have not thought possible.
My best advice is to keep your eyes and options open as you fulfill your journey. And know that it is your distinct journey to navigate. You may choose to seek advice along the way, but know that it is just that and there is no right or wrong way. Your decisions are what matter and they are yours alone to make. Feel empowered to do what is right for you.
Best wishes on your journey.
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Hope’s Answer
I started working for a company that provided conferencing calling. I basically facilitated large conference calls (people calling in from all over the world to listen to a speaker then have an opportunity to ask questions). I really enjoyed my position and began learning about other parts of the conferencing group. I was then able to work in almost all of the different groups within conferencing to help out when needed. Then one day I was asked to help new hires learn how to do the job that they were hired for in conferencing. That is when I realized that I really enjoyed training others. Showing them how to perform the job and watching them grow in their skills and celebrate their successes. When a position become open in Learning & Development, I applied for it. I had to create and train the skill to the hiring managers as part of the interview process. So I created a training class and practiced, practiced, practiced how I would train the skill. The interview went great and I was offered the position.
I love what I do - I create training for my company's employees. I have learned so much from my peers and am still learning. The industry has changed so much over the years which is so very exciting!
I love what I do - I create training for my company's employees. I have learned so much from my peers and am still learning. The industry has changed so much over the years which is so very exciting!
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Hannah’s Answer
I actually got the role I am in now as I applied for a job that I honestly did not think I would get but did. I had been working for many years in Learning and Development and knew I was ready for a more challenging role that gave more responsibility to me and exposure to making difficult decision in a fast paced environment. I also was fortunate to have parents who supported and encouraged me to always believe that you can do whatever you want to if you put your mind to it. My genuine advice would be to not let anyone tell you that you can’t do something and don’t let 1 or 2 rejections put you off.