Significant Career Lesson From An Account Coordinator At Costin Public Outreach Group
Clare learned the significant lesson to "trust [themself]" and their capabilities, especially given a strong work ethic, while remaining "humble and open to feedback." This encourages taking chances, because Costin Public Outreach Group hired them "for a reason."
Self-Confidence, Trusting Instincts, Humility and Feedback, Taking Chances, Career Growth
Advizer Information
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Clare Bastian
Account Coordinator
Costin Public Outreach Group
Chapman University
Philosophy
Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Consulting
Video Highlights
1. Trusting your capabilities is crucial, especially when you have a strong work ethic and have invested in your career.
2. Being humble and receptive to constructive criticism is important for growth.
3. It's okay to take chances sometimes, trusting that you know what you're doing in many situations.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
For me, it was definitely to trust myself. Especially if you know that your work ethic is good and you've put a lot into getting where you are, just trust that you are capable to take on the role.
They're hiring you for a reason. Obviously, be humble and open to feedback and receptive to any constructive criticism. But also, just trust that you do know what you're doing in a lot of cases, and it's okay to take chances sometimes.