Experience is often valued because of the lessons prior jobs have theoretically provided us with. While hearing about those lessons isn’t a replacement for actually experiencing it, we thought it would be very helpful to create a space where sharp and generous members of the community can come together to share stories and lessons learned at prior jobs for the benefit of others.
Ivy Wxt
I believe that there is a lot to learn to succeed in the art industry, and one of the most critical aspects is seeking opportunities creatively and taking initiative. Art-related jobs are often unlike many professions where you have a clear career path or openly advertised job positions. Read more>>
Danielle Moore
When I worked at NBCUniversal, I had the opportunity to work on projects related titles in their portfolio I really cared about and loved personally, like Saturday Night Live. What I learned from that experience is that the quality of the branding is as important as the quality of the project itself. Read more>>
Nick Schwarz
Just after graduating from college, I got a job at The Adventure Science Center. This job was absolutely random for me because I had never been to the Science Center, and my job was to fix the exhibits when they malfunctioned, despite having zero experience. Read more>>
Shay McCrommon
Subject: Learning from Experience at the American Red Cross to Benefit Your Business Flavors on Flavors As someone who has spent 17 fulfilling years working for the American Red Cross, I have gained invaluable lessons and experiences that have shaped me both professionally and personally. Read more>>
Marian Saint
My initial career was in insurance and financial services. I worked for several Fortune 100 companies with multi layers of the organization and clearly defined operating procedures. It was very regimented and well laid out and sometimes those systems felt controlling. Read more>>
Elena Marques
In my early twenties, I spent my newly licensed days working in salons. However, when I went to working for skincare brands in retail, my beauty industry trajectory really changed. Working for high end and dermatology skincare brands for years prior to starting Beladoce taught me so much. Read more>>
Chris Osuch
As far as “business owner” this is for the band ‘SEAGRAVE’ but I find a lot of musicians forget that being in a band, IS a business. I’ve been playing in bands since I was a teen (now 33 years of age) and I think the most important thing that I’ve learned, is you need to take the time to find good people. Read more>>
Andrew Kiste
In my previous career, I was a high school history teacher. I spent time with my students, day in and day out. Because I taught at a small school, I often taught students several years in a row, with a few “lucky” ones taking my classes all four years of high school. Read more>>
Dan Koval
It is always the right time to do the right thing. At the company where I previously worked, people were rewarded for many things – sales, performance, intelligence – but for me, it was different. My career grew because: working hard was a way of life, helping came naturally, and learning was paramount. Read more>>
Diego Cuta
I can say that one of the most important things as a musician, artist, or producer, besides talent, is the networking you have and how you build your career with the right people at the right moments. Read more>>
Sarah Meyers
Becoming a consultant in 2019 was a game-changer for me in my professional journey. I dove headfirst into a number of different situations, where I had to be the go-to problem solver. It truly shaped my career and gave me the belief that I can tackle any challenge that comes my way. Read more>>