What Type of Person Thrives in Tech According to a Data Analyst at a Tech Giant
Dennis, a data analyst, suggests a "general curiosity to learn and progress" is key to thriving in the tech industry, emphasizing a desire for self-improvement and challenging the status quo, noting that this growth mindset translates to company success and can manifest in various roles, from individual contributor to people leader.
Career Development, Problem-Solving, Communication, Curiosity, Growth Mindset
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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. A genuine curiosity to learn and grow professionally is key to success in this industry.
2. The ability to challenge the status quo and look for ways to improve processes is highly valued.
3. Success is not limited to specific personality types; individual contributors and people leaders alike can thrive with a growth mindset.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
That's a good question. This is my perspective, but I also want to preface that I think many personalities can be successful in this industry.
From what I've seen, a general curiosity to learn and progress in your career will make you successful. I think the question behind the question in tech interviews is often: "How will you challenge the status quo?"
If you are naturally curious and want to improve yourself, you'll eventually want to improve your work. This will be passed along to the company's goals, and you'll be successful.
However, this can go in many different ways. You don't have to be the most outspoken or a people leader; you can be an individual contributor. The key is whether you constantly want to grow and evolve professionally. I think that's what will make you successful in any industry.
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