Mark Pogue
Senior Director, Strengths Education
Gallup
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Was drawn to photography and conveying emotion through images.
Developed an interest in understanding what made people laugh.
Looked for opportunities to entertain others in college.
Volunteered for a youth organization and took on program and speaking roles.
Went on staff with a youth organization and created programs for students.
Joined Gallup as a presenter and consultant.
was invited to be part of a team that created StrengthsQuest.
Managed the growth of that product.
Keep following my journey
Education
High School
Career
Senior Director, Strengths Education
I teach and help organizations create development programs for their members.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Education
Business
Communicating / Sharing Stories
Day to Day
There's a lot of variety in my current role. I work with clients to help them solve problems and set goals for improving their organizations. I create and develop programming and content to help individuals grow and develop. I present and teach in front of a wide range of audiences.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for high school students
Start exploring what you are great at. Don't settle for roles or occupations that aren't a good fit for what you are naturally gifted to do well. Always evaluate opportunities by whether or not they fit your unique strengths. Seek out relationships with adults that are your biggest fans and supporters and encourage you to pursue objectives and goals that stretch you to be your best. Read and learn about people that inspire you to pursue your own path.
Recommended Education
My career is not related to what I studied. I'd recommend this path instead:
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Parents:
"You should pick a job that's safe, and the potential to make a good wage."
