Most Important Skills for a Director of Marketing and Communications at Shriners Children's Northern California
Kelsey, a Director of Marketing & Communications, emphasizes strong writing skills as "incredibly important," advising students to actively practice this through clubs and extracurriculars. Strategic networking is also highlighted as crucial for both career advancement and achieving business objectives.
Communication, Networking, Writing Skills, Strategic Thinking, Career Development
Advizer Information
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Kelsey Morgado
Director of Marketing & Communications
Shriners Children's Northern California
California State University, Chico
California State University, Chico - Master of Arts
Communications
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Communication and Marketing
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Strong writing skills are crucial for marketing and communications.
2. Strategic networking is essential for career advancement and achieving business objectives.
3. Take advantage of clubs and extracurricular activities to hone writing skills
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
Some of the most important skills for a job in marketing and communications are strong writing abilities. I recommend that college students pursuing this field take advantage of any clubs or extracurricular activities that allow them to practice and hone their writing.
Another key recommendation for students and young professionals is to learn how to network strategically. This is important not only for advancing your career but also for achieving your company's business objectives.