Favorite Parts of Working in the Technology Industry as a Marketing Specialist
Stella, a Marketing Specialist in the tech industry, thrives on the constant change and continuous learning opportunities; the dynamic environment, filled with "driven and go-getters," inspires Stella to expand their skillset, citing examples such as learning about AI and Cisco's security portfolio as ways to stay relevant.
Technology, Constant Learning, Adaptability, Teamwork, Problem-Solving
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Stella Landers
Marketing Specialist
Fortune 500 Technology Company
UC Santa Barbara
Communications
Technology
Communication and Marketing
Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Every day is different and presents new challenges.
2. The tech industry demands continuous learning and skill development, even for non-technical roles.
3. Being surrounded by driven and curious people is inspiring and fosters a collaborative environment.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
I enjoy being in tech because every day is different and anything can change at any time. This can be the entire world around us or just a small change on your team.
It helps you get comfortable with change very quickly, which is a really great skill to have. Also, there are constantly new skills to be learned, whether you are a technical person or not.
I don't have a technical background, but I'm educating myself about how AI works. At Cisco, we sell networking equipment, so I'm learning the basics of what a firewall is and understanding our security portfolio. You always hear about cybersecurity and its importance.
There's always stuff to learn. There are also driven and go-getter people around you, which is inspiring. It's great to be surrounded by people who are curious, open-minded, and always wanting to learn new things.
I like it because it keeps things interesting and exciting. It naturally pushes you to learn more and expand your skillset, which is cool.