Career Lesson from a Senior Territory Manager at iRhythm Technologies
Nicole's significant career lesson is perseverance: "For every 10 to 15 nos, you'll have one yes," highlighting the importance of persistent effort despite setbacks like initial rejections due to lack of sales experience. This involved continuously improving skills, networking, and applying until success was achieved.
Networking, Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Job Search, Career Development
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nicole gutierrez
senior territory manager
irhythm technologies
University of Arizona
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Political Science, American Studies
Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Sales and Client Management
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Persistence and perseverance are key to career success, even with setbacks and rejections.
2. Networking and building relationships are crucial for career advancement.
3. Actively seeking and applying feedback to improve skills and qualifications is important for growth.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
For every 10 to 15 "no's," you'll get one "yes." Just keep trying.
I know when I was trying to break into the industry, even with my internship experience, I kept getting told, "Sorry, you seem great, but you just don't have sales experience. Do X, Y, Z."
So then I took those recommendations and put them into practice. I buckled down and kept trying, networking, applying, interviewing, and meeting people.
Just don't take no for an answer and don't give up. It takes time.
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