Career Lesson from a Director of Stakeholder Engagement at Texas Education Agency
King, Director of Stakeholder Engagement at Texas Education Agency, cites "being open-minded" as a crucial lesson, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging "what I don't know" and proactively seeking opportunities to expand their knowledge. This approach highlights the value of continuous learning in navigating the complexities of their role.
Communication, Executive/Leadership, Overcoming Challenges, Achieving Goals, Motivation
Advizer Information
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King Adjei-Frimpong
Director of Stakeholder Engagement
Texas Education Agency
UCLA, 2010
University of Virginia - Darden School of Business (MBA)
Political Science, American Studies
Education
Communication and Marketing
Disabled, Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. Embrace a growth mindset by acknowledging that there's always more to learn.
2. Actively seek opportunities to expand your knowledge and understanding.
3. Be open-minded and willing to learn from diverse perspectives.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
Being open-minded means recognizing that I don't know what I don't know. So, how can I put myself in positions to learn more about what I don't know?