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Shelley Huffman

Shelley Huffman

Indiana Chamber of Commerce

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Shelley's work combines: Education, Non-Profit Organizations, and Learning / Being Challenged

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Day In The Life

Director, College and Career Readiness

I advance research related to education and talent development to benefit employers and Hoosiers.

Skills & 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

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Life & Career Milestones

I've taken a lot of twists and turns

  • 1.

    I took advantage of diverse work experiences and internships while I was in high school and college.

  • 2.

    Pursued a double major that allowed future career flexibility.

  • 3.

    Networked with professionals in careers I was interested in pursuing.

  • 4.

    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.