Career Lesson From a Program Director at Girls Incorporated of Alameda County
Johanna's most significant career lesson centers on value alignment, emphasizing that career success hinges on "what the end game is for yourself," and finding a role where the organization's mission resonates with their own goals; otherwise, "you're not gonna last." This focus on aligning personal values with organizational mission has been crucial for Johanna's career progression.
Mission Alignment, Value Alignment, Career Goals, Work-Life Balance, Organizational Influence
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
johanna masis
Director of Program Quality, Training and Assessment
Girls Incorporated of Alameda County
U of A, Tucson and UC Santa Barbara
Holy Names University, MA ESL
Humanities
Education
Operations and Project Management
Immigrant, Transfer Student, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Prioritize value alignment with an organization's mission and vision.
2. Focus on the long-term impact and purpose of your work, not just the paycheck.
3. Seek opportunities that allow you to actively contribute to your goals and values within your organization.
Transcript
Q11: Significant lesson - career
What is one lesson that you have learned that is proven significant in your career?
One lesson is that it's not about me. No matter what your job is, or at whatever point in your career you're at, the paycheck is for you. You need to survive and you deserve to be excited and happy.
But in the end, what's the end game? Why did you take the job? Does their mission, does their vision align with you? Because if it doesn't, you're not gonna last.
Being particular about what makes you thrive and that value alignment really is the deal breaker. If I know that I can't do what I want to do, because my end game is to keep after-school programs open, and I'm in an aspect of that organization that doesn't allow me any influence, then it's not for me.
So, find the one that matches, so that you understand what the end game is for yourself.