Significant Career Lesson From an Associate Director of Global Programs at Lehigh University College of Education
Julia, Associate Director of Global Programs at Lehigh University, emphasizes the importance of "finding an organization that has a really good culture," a supportive team, and a boss conducive to collaboration as crucial factors in career satisfaction and longevity. This positive work environment, characterized by "trust for other staff members, um, and general shared mission," significantly impacts job enjoyment and professional growth.
Organizational Culture, Teamwork, Career Satisfaction, Professional Development, Leadership
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Julia Aughenbaugh
Associate Director of Global Programs
Lehigh University, College of Education
UC Santa Barbara
MA in International Higher Education from the University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Environmental & Related Sciences
Education
Education
Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, LGBTQ
Video Highlights
1. Find an organization with a good culture and a team and boss you work well with.
2. A positive work environment significantly impacts job satisfaction and career growth.
3. Trust among staff and a shared mission are essential for a successful work experience.
Transcript
What is one lesson you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
I think finding an organization with a really good culture is important, along with a team and a boss you can work well with. Both of these factors will significantly impact how much you enjoy your job and how long you can stay in an organization and grow in your role.
Finding a place where there's a lot of trust among staff members and a general shared mission is really helpful.