Significant Career Lesson From a VP of Brand Partnerships at BlackRock
Ruthie, BlackRock's VP of Brand Partnerships, emphasizes the career significance of prioritizing relationships, stating that "relationships matter," starting with "your manager and your immediate peers," and extending to clients. Further, showcasing one's work and contributions is crucial for career advancement, as "no one's gonna know the work you do unless you talk about it."
Networking, Executive/Leadership, Communication, Relationships, Motivation
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Ruthie Heller
VP of Brand Partnerships
BlackRock
Yeshiva University
N/A
Communications
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Communication and Marketing
Took Out Loans, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Prioritize building and maintaining strong relationships with your manager, colleagues, and clients. Demonstrate your support and commitment to their success.
2. Take pride in your work and actively showcase your accomplishments to your team and the wider company. This helps others advocate for your growth.
3. Find a balance between dedication and work-life integration. Avoid the trap of always-on availability while still demonstrating passion and commitment to your work and team.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
I would say the two things I had said before are relationships matter and prioritizing relationships is really, really important. This starts with your manager and your immediate peers, right on your team.
Be there when your manager needs you, going above and beyond and showing that you are there to support them and the broader team. In addition to that, this also relates to clients.
Just show clients that you are there to support them through and through. I hope we are past the time of 24/7 agency support and needing to be at the helm of client emails. Showing interest and passion to support them is important.
The second thing is just being proud of your work and what you are contributing to the company and showcasing it. No one will know the work you do unless you talk about it. Obviously, don't do it in a haughty way, but in a very tasteful way, in the right medium and forum.
This is really important. It will go a long way for other people to advocate for you and help jumpstart your career.