Significant Career Lesson From A Director Of Programs Greentown Go At Greentown Labs
Michela, a Director of Programs, learned to prioritize excelling at core responsibilities, proving "going above and beyond in [one's] work product," to build trust and subsequently pursue more engaging projects. This approach allowed the Director to gain "more ownership over what [their] job can look like."
Project Management, Leadership, Career Development, Work Ethic, Professionalism
Advizer Information
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Job Title
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Grad Programs
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Michela Grunebaum
Director of Programs, Greentown Go
Greentown Labs
University of Vermont
N/A
Environmental & Related Sciences
Climate, Environment, Sustainability & Waste Management
Operations and Project Management
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans
Video Highlights
1. Excel in core responsibilities to build trust and gain opportunities for more interesting projects.
2. Deliver high-quality work to prove yourself and increase ownership of your role.
3. Going above and beyond in your primary duties can lead to more diverse and engaging tasks.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
A lesson I've learned is to do your best at your core responsibilities. Focus on what's in your job description and prove yourself by going above and beyond in your work.
This will help you earn the trust of those around you. Then, you can take on different and fun projects that you're particularly interested in.
Put in the time and deliver a high-quality work product. Once you do that, you can take more ownership over what your job looks like.