College Experiences That Helped a Partnerships Manager at Paradigm Strategy Succeed
Rebecca's undergraduate success stemmed less from specific actions and more from a "mindset of remaining open," exploring various fields and perspectives, and networking with peers. This openness, which even now keeps options like law school on the table, highlights the value of flexibility and continuous learning in building a fulfilling career.
Career Exploration, Openness to Change, Networking, Remaining Open-Minded, Learning from Others
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Rebecca Elguindi
Partnerships Manager
Paradigm Strategy
University of Arizona, 2015
n/a
Political Science, American Studies
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Technology
Sales and Client Management
Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Maintain an open mind about your career path and remain open to various possibilities.
2. Network with people from different majors and learn about their experiences and career paths.
3. Don't put too much pressure on yourself to have a fixed career plan during undergrad; focus on learning and exploring different options.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
This isn't necessarily something I did, but more of a mindset I had. I think remaining open is really important. When I went into college, I had a really fixated idea of what I was going to do and what I was going to be.
I really kind of let go of a lot of that pressure and remained open to that changing. I talked to other people in different majors and understood what they were learning. I also did some research on alternative career paths.
I've been out of college for quite some time now, and I still haven't taken law school off the table. I still remain open to what that could look like.
I think it's really important to not put so much pressure on yourself going into undergrad that you have to do X, Y, Z to set yourself up for a career. Go to class, learn as much as you can, and network with people. Learn what they're learning as well, and just really remain open. I think that's the best path you can take.