What Type Of Person Thrives In The Logistics Industry, According To A Senior Manager Fleet Marketing At Amazon
David, a Senior Manager at Amazon, emphasizes "grit" and the ability to be "comfortable with being uncomfortable" as crucial for success in the fleet marketing industry. This involves mastering fear and anxiety to fuel motivation and resourcefulness in navigating the unknown challenges inherent in the role.
Grit, Resourcefulness, Stress Management, Overcoming Challenges, Resilience
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David Marshall
Senior Manager - Fleet Marketing
Amazon
Baylor University
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey - Masters Business Administration (MBA)
International Relations & Affairs
Manufacturing, Operations & Supply Chain, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Business Strategy
Disabled, Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Veteran, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Grit and resilience are essential for success in this industry. It's about developing the ability to be comfortable with discomfort and using fear as motivation.
2. Resourcefulness is a highly valued skill. The ability to find creative solutions and overcome challenges is critical.
3. Mastering anxiety and fear of the unknown is key to thriving in this fast-paced, ever-changing industry.
Transcript
How do you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
I highlighted earlier that grit is a very important skill to have. It's not something you're born with; you develop it. I would say you have to be comfortable with being uncomfortable.
You're going to be afraid sometimes, and that's okay. So, how do you convert that fear, that anxiety, into motivation and energy to push forward and figure something out that you need to figure out?
I think grit, being resourceful, and being able to master the anxiety and fear of the unknown are very important skills for everyone to have. But in particular for Amazon and for this particular industry, I think it's critical.