Significant Career Lesson from an Environmental Planner at SWCA
Sophie, an Environmental Planner, identifies reliability as the most significant career lesson learned, emphasizing the importance of "knowing when to say no" to manage workload effectively and build trust with colleagues and clients. This careful management of commitments has guided Sophie's career progression and allowed for focused time investment in valued projects.
Reliability, Work-Life Balance, Project Management, Mentorship, Saying No
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Sophie Butler
Environmental Planner
SWCA Environmental Consultants
UCLA 2018
N/A
Biology & Related Sciences
Climate, Environment, Sustainability & Waste Management
Climate, Environment and Sustainability
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Being reliable is key to a successful career, building trust with colleagues and clients.
2. Learn to say no to avoid overcommitment and ensure you can deliver high-quality work.
3. Understanding your workload and seeking mentorship when needed are important for career growth.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
When I think back about the lessons that have guided me most in my career, being reliable stands out as the most important one. It's about building trust internally with your colleagues and externally with your clients and partners.
Sometimes, it's hard to find that balance, especially when you're new to something or want to say yes to everything. I know that's a trap I've fallen into, wanting to gain as much experience as possible.
But being reliable also means understanding your current workload. It's knowing when to say no to an additional project, or when you might not be the best person for a task without the right mentorship. I've found this approach has really helped me focus my time and build trust with the people I work with, including project managers who bring me onto different projects.
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