Significant Career Lesson From A Master Principal Solution Engineer At Oracle
Brandon, a Master Principal Solution Engineer at Oracle, believes that being "self-motivated is a huge, huge factor" in career success, which involves proactively seeking knowledge and opportunities rather than waiting for direction from management. This initiative, coupled with "internal curiosity," has driven career advancement by pursuing product knowledge and new experiences.
Self-Motivation, Career Development, Proactive Learning, Opportunity Seeking, Informational Interviewing
Advizer Information
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Job Title
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Brandon Ray
Master Principal Solution Engineer
Oracle
Wake Forest University
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Communications, Computer Science
Technology
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient
Video Highlights
1. Self-motivation is crucial for career success; proactively seek opportunities and knowledge instead of waiting for direction.
2. Cultivate internal curiosity and actively pursue answers to your questions; this is a vital skillset applicable to many roles.
3. Conduct informational interviews with professionals in your field to understand how they achieved success and what it takes to excel in the career.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
I think being self-motivated is a huge factor in my personal success. I often see coworkers struggling to get promoted or learn a new product.
I believe this is related to internal curiosity. Having that curiosity and then pursuing answers is a vital skillset. It's impactful not just for this role, but for many others.
This initiative and self-motivation have a significant impact on career development. It's about not waiting for managers to assign a learning plan or tell you what to do.
I think going out and figuring things out, like conducting informational interviews, is key. Asking others how they got to where they are and what it takes to succeed in this career is important.
Understanding that and then acting on it has been crucial. All of my promotions have come because I sought out more product knowledge and opportunities. I worked with new sales reps because I was curious and wanted the chance to do so.
This has truly served me well in my career.