Significant Career Lesson From a Consultant and Publisher at Valorena Publishing
Valerie's significant career lesson centers on the cyclical nature of industries, noting that "things come back in unexpected ways," as seen with the enduring relevance of the written word despite technological advancements. This realization emphasizes the importance of continuous adaptation, innovation, and a proactive approach to evolving skills and opportunities throughout one's career.
Communication, Overcoming Challenges, Resilience, Adaptability, Innovation
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Valerie Williams-Sanchez
Consultant & Publisher
Valorena Publishing
University of California, Berkeley
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism - MS, St. John's University - PhD
Communications
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None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. The career path is cyclical: Even with technological advancements, core skills like writing remain relevant, adapting to new formats (digital vs. print).
2. Adaptability and innovation are key: Don't be discouraged if skills seem less valuable; look for new opportunities to innovate and evolve your approach.
3. Persistence is crucial: Never give up; continuously assess your skills and seek opportunities to reinvent yourself and your content production methods.
Transcript
Q11: Significant lesson - career
What is one lesson that you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
Well, I think one thing that I'm being reminded of right now is that things are cyclical. As a journalist, I've experienced what technology could do to an industry. As a daily reporter, I recall the internet impacting newsrooms.
The need for the written word was something people believed would go away. But here we are, we're still writing and still reading, perhaps more than ever. People are writing not only in traditional formats but also in digital formats.
So, realize that nothing is new. Realize that things come back, and they come back in unexpected ways. Never give up.
Keep an eye on what you do. If you feel your skills aren't as valuable as you think, think again. Look for other opportunities and look for opportunities to innovate and evolve.
I think those are the things that have been significant to my career because I'm always remaking myself, both in terms of the content I produce and my approach.