How Identity Has Influenced a Strategic Partner Manager's Career at YouTube
Victor, a Strategic Partner Manager at YouTube, strongly advocates for international experiences, stating "life is too short to not do that," believing such experiences foster personal growth and cultural exchange. This international perspective, shaped by their own journey, has enriched their career by allowing them to share unique insights and connect with people from diverse backgrounds, as evidenced by comments such as, "Hey, you just shared something that I didn't know about your country".
International Experience, Cross-cultural Communication, Career Advice, Personal Growth, Motivational Stories
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Victor Mello
Strategic Partner Manager
YouTube
Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie in Brazil, 2015
not applicable
Engineering - Electrical
Arts, Entertainment & Media, Technology
Sales and Client Management
International Student, Immigrant
Video Highlights
1. Victor's international background has significantly impacted his career, highlighting the value of international experiences.
2. He emphasizes the personal and professional development gained from interacting with diverse individuals and cultures.
3. Victor encourages exploring international opportunities, both for personal growth and for representing one's culture and background.
Transcript
As an international student, how has that impacted how you've navigated your career?
The reason I think this question is important is that I want to motivate everyone out there to go out of their country at least once in their lives. This could be for a working experience, a student experience, or whatever you choose.
I feel this is not only important for ourselves—which is obviously the most important person in our lives—but it also generates a lot of impact within you. There's also an impact in making a difference to people around you as well.
Every time you have an exchange with different people from different backgrounds and origins, it develops you as a person. But you're also representing your culture, your country, and where you're coming from.
I've heard from others saying, "Hey, you just shared something that I didn't know about your country," or "I didn't realize that things were like that." This is from my experience in Brazil.
If you have the opportunity, definitely think about having an international experience. Life is too short not to do that. That's definitely my advice here.