Significant Career Lesson From a Partnerships Manager at Backyard Ventures
Andrew, a Partnerships Manager at Backyard Ventures, identifies "not really taking yourself super seriously" as a significant career lesson, emphasizing the importance of "being able to laugh off the mistakes" and "bring some joy" to the workplace. This approach, allowing Andrew to "talk to people like they're human," fosters stronger relationships and makes a demanding career more enjoyable.
Communication, Teamwork, Resilience, Motivation, Stress Management
Advizer Information
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Andrew Parker
Partnerships Manager
Backyard Ventures
UC Santa Barbara
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Humanities, Political Science, American Studies
Arts, Entertainment & Media, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Sales and Client Management
First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Don't take yourself or your work too seriously. Maintaining a sense of humor and fun is important, especially in a demanding career.
2. Being human and relatable in your interactions with colleagues and partners is appreciated and helps build strong relationships.
3. Find joy in your work; if you don't love what you do, it will be hard to sustain in a high-pressure job. Passion and enjoyment make a big difference
Transcript
What is one lesson that you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
I think it's important not to take yourself too seriously. You should be able to have fun, even though it's a serious job that provides your paycheck and career.
It's important to be able to laugh off mistakes and have fun with the people you work with. Being a bit more human is also key, especially in this career.
Being able to talk to people like they're human, and not always so seriously, is something people appreciate. Bringing some joy to office or Zoom calls can make a big difference.
It's pretty brutal if you don't love what you do, as you spend so much time working. So, just be able to have fun with your work.