What A Media Assistant At Walton Isaacson Wishes They Had Known Before Entering The Media Industry
Zoe wishes someone had warned about the demanding nature of the role, especially given it was newly created at Walton Isaacson, and how much work it would require, considering "it's like a transition that was not necessarily prepared for." However, Zoe also learned the importance of taking breaks and enjoying life, both professionally and personally, emphasizing to "take every day...day by day."
Work-Life Balance, Entry-Level, Industry Realities, Time Management, Transition to Work
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Zoe Marie Zapanta
Media Assistant
Walton Isaacson
University of San Diego
Marketing
Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Communication and Marketing
Video Highlights
1. The role can be demanding and require a significant amount of work, which may be a challenging transition, especially when starting immediately after graduation.
2. It's important to take breaks and prioritize personal well-being, especially after significant life events like graduation, to avoid burnout.
3. Approach both professional and personal life one day at a time to manage the workload and maintain a healthy balance.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone had told you before you entered the industry?
For my company, they didn't have my role before. I wish someone had told me just how hard it would be at times and how much work it is. But that's okay.
I think it was a transition I wasn't necessarily prepared for. I got my job one month before graduating from college, took two days off after graduation, and then started working full-time.
I wish someone had told me it's okay to take a break after graduation. But also, to just try to enjoy life and take every day, professionally and personally, day by day.