Most Important Skills For An Independent Advisor
Mike, an advisor at an independent consulting company, emphasizes the importance of "being resourceful, being curious and being social" in their diverse role, which spans overseas projects, national security, and business, requiring broad knowledge and strong networking skills rather than deep expertise in any single area. The ability to "think abstractly and put disparate ideas together" is crucial for connecting various fields and effectively advising diverse clients.
Resourcefulness, Networking, Communication, Abstract Thinking, Curiosity
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Mike Sims
Advisor
Independent Consulting Company
Penn State University, 2020
Executive MBA, UCLA, June 2023
Economics
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Entrepreneurship and Business Owner
Veteran
Video Highlights
1. Resourcefulness: The ability to find clever ways to overcome difficulties and achieve goals is highly valued.
2. Curiosity: A strong desire to learn and explore new ideas is essential for success in this field.
3. Networking and Social Skills: Building and maintaining strong relationships is crucial for accessing information and collaborating effectively with others.
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
I would say, being knowledgeable is for sure important. It's about being able to think abstractly and connect disparate ideas. Ultimately, it comes down to being resourceful.
This means knowing a lot of people and a lot of things. You don't necessarily have to know everything in depth. In some cases, you probably do, but since I'm helping out a lot of different companies and I'm involved in overseas and national security matters, as well as business, I can't really get deep into any one thing.
So, really, it's a lot of reading, a lot of talking with people, and a lot of network building. Therefore, I'd say the biggest thing is being resourceful, being curious, and then being social. Maintaining all those relationships is probably the most fun part.