College Experiences That Helped A Product Designer In Non-Profit Education Succeed
To set up for career success as a Product Designer, Ashley focused on exposure to diverse perspectives, "from a business perspective and from a tech perspective." Psychology and communication courses were also beneficial, enabling effective communication and a deeper understanding of various people.
Interdisciplinary Studies, Communication Skills, Psychology, Business Acumen, Technology Awareness
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Ashley McWilliams
Product Designer
Non-profit education company
Arkansas State University
Engineering, IT, Math & Data
Education, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Product / Service / Software Development and Management
Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Exposure to diverse perspectives (business, tech) can be valuable.
2. Psychology and communication courses enhance interpersonal skills.
3. Understanding people is crucial for effective communication.
Transcript
Q12: College ideas for success
What did you do in college to set you up for success in your career?
I was exposed to a lot of different ways of thinking, both from a business and a tech perspective. I also took many psychology and communication courses.
These classes really helped me communicate with various people and understand them better.