College Experiences That Helped a Principal Owner at Adaptive Strategies Consulting Succeed
To prepare for a career in policy and community development, Dr. of Adaptive Strategies Consulting intentionally combined "academic knowledge and practical experience" by supplementing full-time work with relevant internships. Networking, leadership roles in student organizations, and a commitment to continuous learning further honed essential skills like project management, collaboration, and advocacy.
Internships, Leadership, Networking, Continuous Learning, Practical Experience
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Dr. Nkiruka Catherine Ohaegbu
Principal Owner
Adaptive Strategies Consulting
Wayne State University
California State University Sacramento/MBA and Georgia State University/Doctor of Business Administration
Business Management & Admin
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Government & Public Sector
Consulting
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Pursued internships aligned with interests in policy and community development to apply classroom learning to real-world challenges.
2. Took on leadership roles in student organizations and community initiatives to learn project management, collaboration, and advocacy.
3. Focused on networking with professors, guest speakers, and professionals to gain mentorship and insight into different career paths.
Transcript
What did you do in college to set you up for success in your career?
In college, I was very intentional about a mix of academic knowledge and practical experience. I worked full-time during college, but afterwards, I pursued internships that aligned with my interests in policy and community development. This helped me apply classroom learning to real-world challenges.
I also took on leadership roles in student organizations and community initiatives. That experience taught me project management, collaboration, and how to advocate for causes I cared about. These are skills I use every day in my work.
Networking was another key focus. I made an effort to connect with professors, guest speakers, and professionals in my field. This helped me gain mentorship and insight into different career paths.
Finally, I stayed curious and open to learning. I sought out classes and opportunities that pushed me outside my comfort zone. That willingness to grow has been crucial in my career journey.