How Identity Has Influenced An Accounts Payable's Career At The Grupe Company
Kelsey's identity as a woman in a male-dominated construction field, coupled with a lack of a degree, presented significant career challenges, with the absence of a degree acting as a "detriment to success". However, long-term employment at The Grupe Company allowed for career advancement based on demonstrated skills and a "drive to learn", showcasing the potential for overcoming initial barriers.
Overcoming Challenges, Workplace Challenges, Gender Inequality, Career Development, Resilience
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Kelsey Gloss
Accounts Payable
The Grupe Company
Purdue University
N/A
Accounting
Architecture, Construction & Design
Finance
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Kelsey's career path demonstrates that professional growth is possible even without a traditional college degree.
2. Working in a male-dominated field presented unique challenges for Kelsey, highlighting the importance of perseverance and self-advocacy.
3. Kelsey's experience underscores the value of finding a company that supports employee growth and development.
Transcript
As someone who identifies as a woman without a degree, how has that impacted how you've navigated your career?
It's been really tough. Being a woman in the construction and land development field is pretty tough. It's mainly men in that business.
Not having a degree has really been a detriment to my success. If I had a degree, I would have been put up for different roles where I could make more money and advance within the company. Not having a degree has really held me back.
However, the company I work for now has seen my improvement and my drive to learn. They've helped me move through the company and find what I'm really interested in. It's been really nice, but in the past, it has not worked out. So, it's been much better.