What Type of Person Thrives in the Logistics Industry, According to a Director at Forward Air
Forward Air's Director, Ryan, describes thriving professionals as those who enjoy "challenges" and a "non-monotonous day," embracing change and prioritizing multiple challenging situations. This highlights the dynamic and fast-paced nature of the industry, requiring adaptability and a "adrenaline-seeking" approach.
Problem-Solving, Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Adaptability, Stress Management
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Ryan Dromgoole
Director
Forward Air
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
University of Denver & Masters in Transportation
Industrial, Supply Chain Management
Manufacturing, Operations & Supply Chain, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Operations and Project Management
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. People who thrive in this industry enjoy challenges and a fast-paced environment where every day is different.
2. The ability to embrace change and handle multiple challenging situations simultaneously is crucial for success.
3. Prioritization and prompt problem-solving skills are essential for those who want to thrive in this industry.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
People who truly thrive in this industry enjoy challenges. It's not a monotonous day; every day presents something new and a new challenge to overcome.
To succeed, you really have to embrace change and this type of adrenaline-seeking industry, as funny as that may sound. You need to be able to look at many challenging situations.
You may not be dealing with just one at a time. Being able to prioritize and work through those promptly is usually the type of person who will thrive here.