How Identity Has Influenced A Salesforce Lead's Career At Panthera
Kelly's career journey highlights the importance of self-advocacy, noting a difference in approach compared to male counterparts, advising to "ask for what you want"—a necessity as "you're never gonna get it" otherwise. This direct approach, while potentially met with rejection, is crucial for career advancement and achieving one's goals.
Self-Advocacy, Negotiation, Communication, Career Advancement, Leadership
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Kelly Carton
Salesforce Lead
Panthera
University of Arizona
Columbia University: Master's of Science in Nonprofit Management
Marketing
Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking, Technology
Data and Analytics
Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Advocate for yourself and don't be afraid to ask for what you want. This includes asking for promotions and raises.
2. You are your own best advocate; believe in yourself and reach for the stars.
3. Be prepared to be told 'no' sometimes, but don't let that stop you from trying.
Transcript
As someone who identifies as a woman, how has that impacted how you've navigated your career?
If I could go back and give my younger self some advice, it would be to advocate for yourself and don't be afraid to ask for what you want. This applies to the way you communicate, especially when asking for a promotion or a raise.
My approach to these conversations is very different from how my brother and boyfriend handle them. For example, my brother will ask for a raise, then mute the call and just sit there. That terrifies me, but it's something I think we should all be doing.
You have to ask for what you want, or you'll never get it. I should probably take my own advice; it's something we can always do more of.
Whether it's with a mentor, your boss, or in relationships, ask for what you want. You won't get it otherwise. You might be told no, and that will probably happen more than once, but that doesn't mean you should stop trying. You are your own best advocate, so believe in yourself. Advocate for yourself and reach for the stars.