College Experiences That Helped A Winery Owner And General Manager At Crux Winery Succeed
Brian's most impactful college experience was extracurricular involvement, specifically leadership roles in a fraternity. This provided "a real world opportunity" to apply academic knowledge and develop crucial skills in people management, organization, and strategy, serving as a "great training ground" for his current career as Proprietor and General Manager at Crux Winery.
Leadership, People Management, Organization, Strategy, Mentorship
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Brian Callahan
Proprietor and General Manager
Crux Winery
Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo
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History, Art History
Food, Beverages & Alcohol
Sales and Client Management
Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Leadership roles in extracurricular activities (e.g., fraternity) provided valuable experience in people management, organization, strategy, and navigating social dynamics.
2. Mentorship opportunities were crucial for navigating challenges and maximizing the benefits of extracurricular involvement.
3. Real-world application of classroom learning through practical experiences in leadership positions enhanced skill development and career readiness.
Transcript
What did you do in your undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I think the most meaningful experience I had in college was extracurricular. I had leadership roles in a fraternity that taught me a lot about people management, organization, strategy, and politics.
I think it was a real-world opportunity for me to implement all the things I'd been taught. This applied to both my scholastic perspective and my social interactions.
It was a great training ground for me, and I had many mentors who helped me navigate it. It wasn't always easy, but it was super beneficial.