What a Senior Consultant at Piper Maddox Wishes They Had Known Before Entering the Recruiting Industry
Success in this industry hinges on "grit," a relentless drive, and the ability to "brush it off and move on" from setbacks—a crucial trait given that rejection is frequent, even exceeding 50% of opportunities in Megan's experience. The most successful individuals possess an unwavering "fire" and ambition, using setbacks as fuel to achieve their goals.
Motivation, Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Achieving Goals, Rejection Management
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Megan Drake
Senior Consultant
Piper Maddox
CSU Sacramento
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Energy & Utilities, Recruitment, HR & Related Professional Services
Sales and Client Management
Honors Student, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Grit and motivation are essential for success in this industry.
2. The ability to handle rejection and use it as motivation is crucial.
3. A strong drive for success and financial achievement is common among thriving professionals in this field.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
I would say grit. You have to be very motivated and driven.
Also, you have to be able to take rejection. I think that's a big thing. If you mess up or don't get something you want, you just have to brush it off and move on.
If you let the little things get to you, it's hard. Sales is probably more than half of my job.
But I think using that to drive you is key. People who have that fire in them and want to succeed, rejection makes them more motivated to get the next one.
The people I work with are very hungry. They want to be successful and make money, and they will stop at nothing. That's a common personality trait among the successful people I know.