Significant Career Lesson from an Economist and Energy Analyst at Environmental Law and Policy Center
Early in their career, Saad initially believed that pursuing "value-driven social goals and professional goals separately" was necessary; however, they learned it's possible to integrate these, either by finding or creating roles that align "values and professional goals at the same time." This realization, coupled with continuous skill-building, has allowed for a more fulfilling career path.
Career Development, Job Search, Motivation, Achieving Goals, Work-Life Integration
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Saad Siddique
Economist & Energy Analyst
Environmental Law & Policy Center
Visvesvaraya Technological University, India
The University of Texas at Austin
Engineering - Mechanical
Energy & Utilities, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Data and Analytics
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Integrate personal values with professional goals: Seek roles or create opportunities that align with both your values and career aspirations.
2. Define your priorities: Identify what truly matters to you in terms of work fulfillment and meaning, ensuring it aligns with your skills and interests.
3. Continuous skill development: Build and enhance necessary skills to increase opportunities for a more fulfilling career, actively searching for roles that match your values and skills.
Transcript
What is one lesson you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
Very initially in my career, I thought I had to pursue my value-driven social goals and my professional goals separately. But then I realized it's possible to pursue them together.
You can find roles that fulfill both your values and your professional goals at the same time. Alternatively, you can create them by negotiating with the team or organization, or you could start something on your own.
I would say be clear and define what matters to you. What kind of work inspires you, will fulfill you, and you think is meaningful, while also satisfying your intellectual curiosity and using your skills and talents.
Keep looking and build for such jobs. In the meanwhile, keep building the skills that you need. You can always have a more fulfilling career than you think you can.
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