Significant Career Lesson From A Procurement Agent At Boeing
Urmi, a Procurement Agent at Boeing, has learned the importance of being assertive and confident in the workplace, noting that overcoming being perceived as "shy and timid" has been crucial for career progression. In the current role, being "a little bit more outspoken" has proven to be valuable.
Confidence, Communication, Career Development, Overcoming Challenges, Entry-Level
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Urmi Tripathi
Procurement Agent
Boeing
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
Legal & Policy, Industrial, Supply Chain Management
Aerospace, Aviation & Defense
Operations and Project Management
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Importance of assertiveness and confidence in the corporate world
2. Overcoming shyness and timidity in the workplace
3. The positive impact of being more outspoken in a professional role
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson I've learned is definitely to be assertive and confident. I think I've struggled with being perceived as shy and timid at times.
In the corporate world, that's something everyone needs to get over. In my current role, being a bit more outspoken and assertive has definitely gotten me a long way.