College Lessons For A Senior Analyst At Paramount Property Tax Appeal
Kobuk feels undergraduate studies were approached "completely the wrong way," characterized by skipping classes and a lack of effort. The turning point came with the realization that achieving desired outcomes requires active participation and effort, a crucial shift that ultimately contributed to career success.
Motivation, Realization, Personal Growth, Honesty, Overcoming Challenges
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
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Kobuk Van Houten
Senior Analyst
Paramount Property Tax Appeal
Cal Poly Pomona
USD MBA - Finance
Business Management & Admin
Real Estate
Real Estate
Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Realization that effort is required to achieve goals: The interviewee realized during college that achieving desired outcomes requires active effort and engagement.
2. Undergraduate experience as a learning opportunity: The interviewee's initial undergraduate experience, characterized by a lack of effort, served as a contrasting lesson and catalyst for change.
3. Importance of self-awareness and course correction: The interviewee demonstrated the ability to recognize their initial missteps and adjust their approach to align with their goals.
Transcript
What did you do in college that set you up for success in your career?
I don't think I did anything specifically in college that set me up. I think in undergraduate, I completely did everything the wrong way. I skipped classes, I didn't try, and I didn't care.
I feel like I just got lucky and then realized that I have to actually do something if I want to get something. I do think that there came a point in college where I realized that in order to get what I want, I actually have to do things to get them.