What Type of Person Thrives in Gaming, According to a Program Manager at IGT
To thrive in the fast-paced gaming industry, one must embrace constant change, be "thick-skinned," especially as a woman in a male-dominated field, and prioritize "being personable," treating everyone with respect regardless of their position—experience outweighs education in this field. A key to success is showing respect for those with extensive industry experience.
Fast-paced Environment, Adaptability, Resilience, Interpersonal Skills, Respectful Demeanor
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Angela Bae
Program Manager, North America Gaming
IGT - International Game Technology
University of Pennsylvania, 2013
UCLA EMBA, MBA earned
Psychology
Gaming
Operations and Project Management
Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Enjoy fast-paced environments and be adaptable to constant change.
2. Be comfortable in a male-dominated industry and develop thick skin.
3. Be personable and respectful to everyone, regardless of their position; experience is valued highly in this industry over education
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
First, you definitely have to enjoy being in a fast-paced environment. Because it's so fast-paced, things change constantly. You have to be open to change and comfortable with it. It will happen annually, even monthly, so you really have to keep up.
I would also say that you have to be thick-skinned. It is a very male-dominated industry, at least for women. You will encounter challenges managing or dealing with people on a regular basis. Being thick-skinned is definitely going to help.
Last but not least, just be personable in general. Being personable goes a long way. I was told by one of my mentors a long time ago, and it's something people say all the time: treating a janitor the way you treat a CEO goes a long way.
It really does bring you to the top of any industry. Particularly for the casino industry, it's very experience-driven, more so than education-driven. You have to keep that in mind and make sure you give respect to anyone who has worked in this industry for a long time.
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