Significant Career Lesson From A Director Of Business Intelligence At Houston Rockets
Michael, Director of Business Intelligence at Houston Rockets, highlights the significant lesson that "a career really is a marathon," not a sprint to a comfortable role, and emphasizes the continuous pursuit of a fulfilling career through ongoing project work and advancement. Michael believes one should "never rest on any kind of achievements" because there is always a new direction to take or new thing to be doing.
Career Development, Executive/Leadership, Motivation, Achieving Goals, Industry Realities
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Michael Wing
Director of Business Intelligence
Houston Rockets
Northeastern University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MBA
Engineering - Mechanical
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Sports & Fitness
Data and Analytics
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. A career is a marathon, not a sprint: Don't rush to reach a comfortable role; view it as a continuous journey.
2. Continuously work towards a more fulfilling career: Focus on projects you're passionate about and strive for desired professional levels.
3. Never rest on past achievements: Always seek new challenges, directions, and opportunities for growth and development.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
The one lesson I learned is that a career really is a marathon. You're not sprinting to get to a certain role and then be comfortable.
Thinking of it as a marathon means you're always working towards making a more fulfilling career. This involves working on projects you want to do and reaching the levels you desire.
It really is a career-long pursuit. Don't rest on any achievements or laurels you've had, as there's always something new you could be doing or a new direction you could be taking. I would think of it that way, if you can.