College Experiences That Helped A Used Car Director At Wish Automotive Succeed
To prepare for a career in the auto industry, Blake sought advice from a sibling already working in the field, demonstrating proactive networking. This involved persistent questioning until Blake fully understood the necessary steps, highlighting the importance of "ask[ing] a lot of questions" to achieve career goals.
Networking, Career Exploration, Mentorship, Questioning, Proactive Learning
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Blake Wishengrad
Used Car Director
Wish Automotive
University Of Colorado at Boulder 2013
no graduate programs
Anthropology, Sociology
Automotive & Auto Parts
Sales and Client Management
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Network with professionals in your field of interest.
2. Ask many questions to gain a thorough understanding of the industry and desired career path.
3. Seek mentorship from those already working in your target industry.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
When I discovered what I was interested in and knew I was interested in the auto industry, I reached out to my older brother who was already in the industry. I asked him for advice on what steps would be best to take to get to that position.
From there, I asked a lot of questions until I understood it and knew exactly what to do to get into the position that I'm in now.
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