Significant Career Lesson From a VP of IT Operations at EAH Housing
As VP of IT Operations, a key lesson Leslie has learned is that "it's never too late to learn," especially in the ever-evolving tech field, and to understand that learning is a constant process where even employees provide opportunities to "improve on [one]self." It's important to always be learning new trends and that no one comes in knowing everything.
Continuous Learning, IT Operations, Technology Trends, Employee Development, Leadership
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Leslie Dabi
VP, IT Operations
EAH Housing (EAH Inc.)
UC Davis
Purdue Global University: MS Information Technology
Spanish & Other Languages, International Relations & Affairs
Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking, Real Estate
Cyber Security and IT
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Never stop learning, especially in the tech field, as continuous learning is crucial for staying relevant and improving oneself.
2. Embrace learning from all sources, including employees, as valuable insights can come from unexpected places and contribute to personal and professional growth.
3. Recognize the value of ongoing education and readily available tech courses to bridge knowledge gaps and adapt to new trends, regardless of age or experience level.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
It's never too late to learn. We are constantly taking tech classes to understand new trends and what's out there.
There's a saying, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks," and while that might seem true, it's actually very applicable. I feel people are hesitant to hire older individuals in this field, but it's all about learning.
Everyone starts without knowing everything. There's always a learning process and classes available, including on-demand tech courses.
Overall, it's never too late to learn. I'm constantly learning too. I oversee a department and learn more from my employees every day, which has been critical for my self-improvement.