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Jamie's work combines: Non-Profit Organizations, Business, and Being Creative
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Churchland High School
Bachelor's Degree
Sociology, General
Christopher Newport University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Human Resources Specialists:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Sociology, General
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
My degree in Sociology opened my eyes to think creatively and critically about community needs.
2.
I participated in an Americorps program where I had experiences with large and small nonprofits.
3.
I worked with multiple nonprofit partners on a variety of issue areas.
4.
I began working in Corporate engagement and seeing the value and potential resources.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Peers:
What are you going to do with a Sociology degree? You'll never make money with nonprofit organizations. Isn't that sweet that you care so much about the community. Do you get paid for that job?
How I responded:
Share the impact you can make in your career. Remind people that what you are doing is a real profession that requires education, experience, and respect. You aren't just having fun and playing around.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
Both of my siblings were very successful in education and careers. My path was different than theirs and it took a significant amount of time to show that I had made my own path and was "successful."