College Experiences Helping A Head Of Product As An Independent Consultant Succeed
Addy, Head of Product at Independent Consultant, credits their time at Cal, where "we had to figure out what we wanted to do and then figure out how to get it done," as key to career success. This self-reliance and problem-solving skill, developed during undergraduate studies, is a valuable asset in their professional life.
Problem-Solving, Resourcefulness, Initiative, Career Exploration, Self-Motivation
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Addy Spiller
Head of Product
Independent Consultant
UC Berkeley
MBA from NYU Stern School of Business
Economics
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing), Technology
Product / Service / Software Development and Management
Scholarship Recipient
Video Highlights
1. Go to a challenging university where you have to figure things out on your own.
2. Develop strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to achieving your goals.
3. Learn how to independently identify your goals and create a plan to achieve them, this skill is highly transferable and valuable in a professional career.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
Undergrad was a long time ago. I don't really remember, but one thing I do know is that I went to Cal.
We didn't have anything handed to us. We had to figure out what we wanted to do and then figure out how to get it done.
So maybe going to Cal was what set me up for my success in my career, but that skill of figuring stuff out and getting it done will get you far in life.