Significant Career Lesson From A Data Analyst At A Fortune 100 Tech Company
Dennis's most significant career lesson is recognizing when a role no longer facilitates growth, noting that "if you feel like you have the space...to grow, um, but you're not getting it, then that would be a good time to start looking elsewhere". This necessitates actively networking and taking advantage of opportunities, even if already content in their current position, to build beneficial relationships which can lead to future career advancement.
Career Development, Networking, Job Search, Professional Growth, Career Exploration
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Dennis Pham
Data Analyst
Fortune 100 Tech Company
San Diego State University 2009
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Business Management & Admin
Technology
Data and Analytics
Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. If you don't feel like you're growing in your role, it might be time to look for a new opportunity.
2. Always take calls from recruiters, even if you're happy in your current role, to explore other possibilities and build your network.
3. Build and maintain good relationships with colleagues; networking can help your career and others' careers too.
Transcript
What is one lesson you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson I've learned is that if you don't feel like you're growing within your role and your life, you should consider looking elsewhere. If you feel you have the space in your life to grow but aren't experiencing it, it's a good time to start looking for new opportunities.
Sometimes people want comfort because life is crazy, and I totally get that. You need that at certain points in your life. But once you want to grow and aren't getting that, it's definitely a time to start looking around.
Always take the call if someone contacts you, even if you're happy in your role. If they ask about a different role, at least take the phone call and learn more. This is a way to build your network and maintain good relationships.
These connections could potentially help you down the line and help others as well. I think everyone is trying to find their spot in their career. If you can help each other, those people will help you too.
Being able to make good relationships is important in networking. Even if your careers don't cross paths later, making a connection is still great for everyone involved.
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