College Experiences That Helped a Business Operations Manager at NBC Universal Succeed
Reflecting on undergraduate studies, Hallie, a Business Operations Manager at NBC Universal, admits that a more proactive approach, including "using advisors a little bit more" and securing internships, would have better prepared for the workforce. The experience highlights the value of forward planning and career exploration beyond immediate academic concerns, such as "how do I pay my rent?".
Career Exploration, Job Search, Internships, Financial Planning, Future Planning
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Hallie Greenawalt
Business Operations Manager
NBC Universal
University of Arizona
N/A
Anthropology, Sociology
Arts, Entertainment & Media
Operations and Project Management
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Proactively seek internships to gain practical experience and explore career options.
2. Utilize college advisors and resources to better understand career paths and plan ahead.
3. Develop a long-term vision for your career beyond immediate academic concerns.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success?
I would say that I could have done more in undergrad to set me up for success. I was working throughout college and didn't really have a supportive family member who had been to college before. So, I was primarily focused on graduating and making it to the next step in my life.
I wasn't really sure what I wanted to do when I entered the workforce, and I'm still really learning even what's out there. If I were to go back, I would maybe use my advisors a little more, look for companies that could help me, and focus more on internships.
I would also plan ahead a bit more instead of just focusing on what's happening right now, like how to get to the next class, how to pass a test, or how to pay rent. Being able to see more into the future would have been very helpful.