Biggest Challenges Faced by an Attorney at State of California
Dee's biggest challenge as an Attorney for the State of California was navigating "the state's bureaucracy," which often leads to slow processes for promotions and hiring, and periodic budget crises impacting training and development opportunities. This experience highlights the unique hurdles faced in public sector employment.
Overcoming Challenges, Workplace Challenges, Industry Realities, Career Development, Stress Management
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Dee Dee Dickey
Attorney
State of California
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley - JD
Anthropology, Sociology
Government & Public Sector, Law
Legal
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Navigating state bureaucracy and its inherent slow pace.
2. Impact of state budget crises on professional development opportunities (e.g., training freezes).
3. Challenges related to hiring processes and promotions within the state system.
Transcript
What was your biggest challenge in this role?
My biggest challenge was probably dealing with the state's bureaucracy. I dealt with it for a long time, and it became something I was okay with. However, for many people, it can be a challenge.
They might find it more challenging than I did. Anything with the state can move slowly. This includes things like hiring people or getting a promotion.
It can also be challenging when the state experiences a budget crisis, which happens periodically. Some people work for agencies that freeze all travel or training budgets. This can make it hard to get the training that might help someone develop professionally.