College Experiences Helping a Reading Implementation Success Manager at Learning Ally Succeed
Danielle's undergraduate experience, beginning as an "undecided student," involved actively exploring different majors and attending career exploration events, ultimately revealing a passion for "working with people and seeing people grow." This exploration, coupled with the experience as a Resident Advisor, solidified a career path centered around direct interaction and support, setting the stage for a career in educational implementation success.
Career Exploration, Communication, Teamwork, Flexibility, People Skills
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Danielle Scott
Manager, Reading Implementation Success
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Loyola Marymount university
Loyola Marymount University/ Early childhood development
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Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Explored different majors and took time to figure out career path
2. Worked as a Resident Advisor (RA) to develop skills in working with people
3. Emphasized the importance of being flexible and adaptable in career planning
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I explored different majors as an undergraduate. Originally, I was an undecided student going into LMU. That's what I was when I started.
During that first year, especially by the second semester, I knew I wanted to go into teaching. Taking those general education classes really helped me figure out a career path. I went to the different college booths on campus, exploring majors like Communications and Business.
This exploration helped me realize I enjoyed working with people and seeing them grow and develop. It was exciting, though not necessarily in a social worker capacity. Becoming more organized also played a role.
I was an RA, a Resident Advisor, and working with people directly really helped me see that I could do this. I was able to adjust and be flexible, and I enjoyed that pace of working directly with people.
So, I would say explore and give yourself time. It's okay to change your plan, even if it's different from what you initially envisioned.