Significant Career Lesson From an Assistant Buyer at REVOLVE
As an Assistant Buyer at REVOLVE, Viviana has learned the importance of "enforcing boundaries and say[ing] no" to maintain a manageable workload. This means being firm about time constraints and "not taking on too much... if [one] can't handle it," which is crucial in a demanding role.
Work-Life Balance, Boundary Setting, Time Management, Stress Management, Career Development
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Viviana Montalvo
Assistant Buyer
REVOLVE
Emory, Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
Finance
Apparel, Beauty, Retail & Fashion
Operations and Project Management
Scholarship Recipient, Greek Life Member, Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. Importance of setting boundaries in the workplace to avoid overcommitment.
2. The value of saying 'no' when at capacity to manage workload effectively.
3. Being assertive about personal time and adhering to necessary departure times.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
What is one lesson you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson I've learned that has proven significant in my career is the ability to enforce your boundaries and say no when you're not able to handle a task for that day. It's about being firm in the time you need to leave for the day.
Essentially, it's just not taking on too much if you can't handle it.