The importance of mentors
Reflecting on my college mentor Lisa Bauer and missing that unique relationship - someone older and wiser who opens doors and advocates for you.
Tagged "career".
8 posts tagged with this term.
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Sun 05 November 2023
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Thu 10 February 2022
My first month of real teaching
Teaching two in-person Introduction to Business sections at DVC is exhausting but rewarding - authenticity, preparation, and stamina are key.
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Sun 10 October 2021
Above-average mediocrity
Reflections on being successful but not extraordinary, exploring the psychology of high achievers stuck in comfortable mediocrity.
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Sat 24 October 2020
I'm now an adjunct!
Becoming an adjunct business professor at DVC, where my grandfather once performed in choir, to teach digital marketing and bring real-world experience to students.
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Thu 17 October 2019
Why I’m applying to be an instructor at DVC
Cover letter explaining why I want to teach digital marketing at Diablo Valley College to help local students access tech sector opportunities.
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Thu 20 September 2018
Lifestyle over money
Reflecting on career paths with successful college friends, choosing freedom and lifestyle over traditional high-earning corporate tracks in mid-30s life decisions.
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Wed 11 July 2018
The importance of having experience
Reflecting on a decade since grad school: why voters value private sector experience, parenthood, and community involvement in political candidates.
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Wed 22 June 2016
Overcoming stage fright: Why mid-career professionals need startups
Why 40s-50s professionals should join startups: failure stigma is myth, experience is valued, and perks like equity and flexibility beat corporate jobs.