College Experiences That Helped An Associate Director, Digital Media Optimization At A Top-3 US Pharma Company Succeed
A marketing major, Amir's undergraduate success stemmed from "jumping right in" with internship experience and cultivating strong relationships with peers. These connections, maintained even years later via LinkedIn, proved invaluable, showcasing the long-term benefits of networking and building rapport during undergraduate studies.
Marketing, Internship Experience, Networking, Relationship Building, Undergraduate Experience
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Amir Hemmat
Associate Director, Digital Media Optimization
Top-3 US Pharma Company
Yeshiva University, 2014
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Marketing
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Business Strategy
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Majoring in marketing provided a foundational understanding of the field and the industry.
2. Internship experiences offer invaluable practical skills and insights.
3. Building strong relationships with peers can lead to long-term professional networking opportunities and collaboration.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I majored in marketing, so I think that definitely helped give me a baseline understanding of what marketing was about and the industry at large. The experience of jumping right into it is definitely what helps.
The internship experience I did have was valuable. I also think relationships helped a lot. The relationships you create with your undergraduate peers and friends really go a long way.
Think about it in 10 years after you graduate, you might see a LinkedIn connection with them and they're doing well. It's a connection you have. If you were nice to them, or you chilled with them, or went out, studied together, or took tests together, that goes a long way.
Remember you can't force those relationships. You're friends with people, and those connections naturally develop. I think relationships really help, and their potential really grows every year after undergrad.