Significant Career Lesson From A SOX Specialist At Stripe
Allison, a SOX Specialist at Stripe, emphasizes the importance of proactively addressing problems, advising that "speak[ing] up sooner" prevents issues from escalating. This allows for earlier resolution of "bad news or potential bad news," a crucial lesson learned throughout their career.
Communication, Problem-Solving, Overcoming Challenges, Workplace Challenges, Practical
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Allison Minarcik
SOX Specialist
Stripe
University of Arizona, 2016
University of Arizona Masters of Accounting, 2017
Accounting
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Speak up sooner if problems arise to address potential issues early.
2. Don't be afraid to voice concerns even if it means pointing out mistakes.
3. Proactive communication is crucial in a professional setting to avoid larger problems later on
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson I learned is to speak up sooner if problems are arising. A lot of times everyone is busy, and you might feel a little uncomfortable speaking up, whether you are spinning your wheels too long or you think you found something that's not correct.
I would say speak up sooner. This way, the bad news or potential bad news is addressed earlier rather than later.