College Experiences That Helped a Senior Manager, Newsroom at Salesforce Succeed
Sammy, a Senior Manager at Salesforce, credits establishing a strong work ethic during undergrad as key to career success, noting that "what you learn...is how to apply yourself, how to be ready for...project management and time management." This skill of self-discipline and effective work habits proved more valuable than specific course content in navigating the demands of a professional career.
Work Ethic, Time Management, Project Management, Self-Discipline, Goal Setting
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Sammy Spiegel
Senior Manager, Newsroom
Salesforce
UCSB
N/A
Communications, Psychology
Technology
Communication and Marketing
Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Establish a strong work ethic: Develop time management, project management, and self-discipline skills to succeed in demanding work environments.
2. Apply yourself diligently: Success isn't solely about innate talent; hard work and dedication are crucial for achieving goals.
3. Learn to structure your day and meet deadlines: College provides an opportunity to develop organizational skills that are essential for professional success.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I think the number one thing I did in undergrad was establish my work ethic. I consider myself a smart person, but I wasn't naturally gifted; I just tried really hard.
What you learn in undergrad is how to apply yourself, how to be ready for finals, essays, project management, and time management. Even though you might not be recalling what you learned in your sophomore year psychology class, you'll know how to structure your day, get work done, and give yourself deadlines.
I think that's a really critical skill you can build in undergrad that will set you up for success in the real world.
Advizer Personal Links
linkedin.com/in/sammyspiegel