Entry-level Positions For Aspiring Enterprise Account Executives
Shawn, an Enterprise Account Executive at a cybersecurity startup, believes that the learning process within a new industry, including "learning and failing," is integral to career growth. Therefore, the experience gained in their role built "the platform and the structure for success," making prior advice unnecessary.
Career Development, Overcoming Challenges, Industry Realities, Workplace Challenges, Achieving Goals
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Shawn Sullivan
Enterprise Account Executive
Cybersecurity Startup
University of Arizona
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Technology
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. The cybersecurity industry is dynamic and constantly evolving, so continuous learning is crucial for success.
2. Failures are inevitable, and they play a vital role in building experience and shaping career growth. Embrace them as learning opportunities.
3. There's no perfect preparation for entering any industry. The most valuable experience comes from actively learning and adapting on the job.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone would have told you before you entered the industry?
I don't think anything can prepare you when you enter certain industries. At any point in your career, when you get into or are introduced to a new industry, part of the fun is learning and failing.
I don't think there's anything I would have told a younger Sean that he should have done. I think those experiences built the platform and structure for my success.