College Experiences That Helped a Self Employed CEO and Founder Succeed
In college, Hector explored different paths, from biology at USC to civil engineering at Cal State Long Beach, ultimately realizing the enjoyment of working with and leading people in team settings was the most important. Discovering what one is "really good at" and matching that with passion became the key to career success, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and exploration over a rigid mindset.
Career Exploration, Leadership, Teamwork, Passion Discovery, Interpersonal Skills
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Hector J Bordas
CEO/Founder
OnePlusWe -- self employed
University of So. Ca & Cal. State, Long Beach
Biology & Related Sciences, Engineering - Civil
Coaching, Speaking & Writing
Consulting
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Explore different fields: Hector initially pursued biology and dental school before transitioning to civil engineering. This highlights the importance of exploring various academic and career paths to find the right fit.
2. Embrace teamwork and leadership: Whether in a biochem lab or leading study groups, Hector consistently enjoyed working with people and taking on leadership roles. This suggests that developing teamwork and leadership skills in college can be valuable for future success.
3. Match your strengths with your passions: Hector emphasizes the significance of identifying your strengths and aligning them with your passions. This implies that finding a career that combines your talents and interests can lead to greater fulfillment and success.
Transcript
What did you do in college to set you up for success in your career?
I studied hard in college. I got a biology degree from USC.
I was initially going to go into medicine and got into dental school, but decided against it. I met an engineer, became curious about engineering, and pursued civil engineering. I graduated from Cal State Long Beach.
There are so many different paths we can take. I always came back to enjoying working with people, whether it was in the biochem lab at USC or leading a study group.
Engineering involved working with people, designing something, and leading that effort. Being a project manager is also about leading efforts. Leadership was always present, even if I didn't always see myself as a leader.
It's important to expose yourself to different things and not be rigid about one specific path. Allow yourself to explore and see what you're good at.
If you can match what you're good at with your passion, that's huge. Find out what you're really good at, explore it, and see where it leads.