
Career Roadmap
Shelley's work combines: Education, Non-Profit Organizations, and Learning / Being Challenged
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Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Political Science and Government, General
Ball State University
Graduate Degree
MBA
Butler University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Degree
Learn more about different paths to this careerLife & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
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I took advantage of diverse work experiences and internships while I was in high school and college.
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Pursued a double major that allowed future career flexibility.
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Networked with professionals in careers I was interested in pursuing.
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Continued my commitment to life-long learning by obtaining a MBA and professional certificates.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Teachers:
Don't leave your current position, you will have to start at the bottom of the corporate hierarchy to switch careers.--Not so, but its good to weigh all advice.
How I responded:
We all face, what others may think are insurmountable odds, if we decide to change course to pursue our passions. Weigh the advice, develop a plan, and be willing to take educated risks. Hard work and networking pay off, and generally, there is a pathway to pursue your interests. Keep focused and remember that even small steps like obtaining a certification that leads to a more advanced degree will equip you to continue to move forward and expand your choices.