Significant Career Lesson From A Lieutenant Colonel At US Army Reserve
Zach, a Vice President and LTC in the US Army Reserve, identifies maintaining an open mind as a crucial career lesson. This involves actively listening to others, embracing diverse perspectives ("keeping people in different ideas"), and recognizing that unexpected opportunities can arise from seemingly minor interactions—"it might just change your life on what the opportunities are".
Open-mindedness, Curiosity, Active Listening, Mentorship, Networking
Advizer Information
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Grad Programs
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Zach Mills
Vice President; LTC
The Vets; US Army Reserve
Kansas State University (1994)
Colorado State University (Epidemiology); University of Georgia (MBA); Kansas State University (DVM); Kansas State University (MPH)
Biology & Related Sciences
Government & Public Sector, Military
Medical
Scholarship Recipient, Greek Life Member, Veteran
Video Highlights
1. Maintain an open mind and be receptive to new ideas and perspectives from others.
2. Actively listen to and learn from people around you; their insights might significantly benefit your career.
3. Embrace curiosity by asking questions and actively seeking diverse opportunities that might arise unexpectedly
Transcript
What is one lesson you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
I think the one lesson is to keep an open mind. You never know what things are going to bring.
We can become steadfast in how we do things, but if you keep an open mind, whether it's from a diversity standpoint or different ideas, we can learn from each other. There are different styles of doing things and opportunities that exist.
If someone wants to share something with you, pause and let them talk and listen. It might be something beneficial, or it might not be, but it could change your life regarding opportunities.
So, keep an open mind, be curious, ask lots of questions, and do a lot of listening.
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