Favorite Parts of Being a Functional Owner Finance Operations at PowerSchool
Angela, a Functional Owner in Finance Operations at PowerSchool, emphasizes strong communication and collaboration as crucial, highlighting the need to "talk with people effectively" and keep stakeholders informed. The dynamic nature of PowerSchool necessitates flexibility, with Angela noting the importance of being "comfortable with being uncomfortable" in a constantly evolving environment.
Communication, Collaboration, Flexibility, Adaptability, Problem-Solving
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Angela Sedlukha
Functional Owner, Finance Operations
PowerSchool
California State University, Sacramento
California State University, Sacramento - Master of Business Administration
Medical, Sciences & Related, Business Management & Admin
Technology
Operations and Project Management
Pell Grant Recipient, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for effectively conveying information and working with others.
2. Flexibility and adaptability are crucial in a constantly changing environment.
3. The ability to collaborate, brainstorm, and adjust approaches based on changing circumstances is vital.
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
Strong communication and collaboration skills are very important. It's about being able to talk with people effectively and knowing when to communicate changes, making sure all parties are aware.
Another key skill is being able to be flexible. In my organization, there's quite a bit of constant change. You need to be comfortable with being uncomfortable and with a constantly changing environment.
Those are probably the key ones: strong communication and being able to come to the table, collaborate, and brainstorm. It's also important to be flexible, as things will likely change, and to adapt your approach accordingly.
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