Significant Career Lesson From a Vice President Education And Social Impact at California Nevada And Utah Credit Unions
Amanda, a VP of Education & Social Impact, emphasizes the importance of capitalizing on learning opportunities provided by employers, stating that many people, "especially right after college," overlook benefits like LinkedIn Learning subscriptions, tuition reimbursement, or student loan assistance. Amanda further suggests proactively inquiring with HR about potential new educational benefits to "significantly help you and others" advance professionally within the company.
Career Development, Benefits, Education, Financial Literacy, Employee Resources
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Job Functions
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Amanda Garcia-Merz
Vice President, Education & Social Impact
California Credit Union League, Nevada's Credit Unions and the Utah Credit Union Association
Sacramento State
English, Writing & Education
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Education
Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. Take advantage of learning opportunities provided by your company, such as LinkedIn Learning subscriptions or educational programs that can lead to pay increases.
2. Inquire about student loan payback programs or tuition assistance for further education or certifications offered by your employer.
3. Actively research available benefits on the company website or by speaking with HR, and if desired programs are not in place, advocate for their implementation to benefit both yourself and other employees.
Transcript
What's one lesson you've learned that's proven significant in your career?
For me personally, not taking advantage of the opportunities to learn things that your company may provide is a missed chance. If your company offers a LinkedIn Learning subscription, take that opportunity.
If your company has educational requirements that will help you increase your pay, take advantage of it. See if they offer any sort of payback for your student loans, or if they'll help you pay for that next degree or certification.
Take advantage of all the opportunities you may have that you can receive from your employer. I think that's one area many people don't actually look into. They're just so happy, especially right after college, to have landed a job.
They're not looking at what the job can provide them in terms of next steps in education. So find out what they're doing. Look at your company's website. Talk to your HR department.
If it's not something they currently offer, but you think it's significant for career advancement, ask. Go talk to someone and find out if they can implement something that might significantly help you and others within your company.