🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
I am thrilled to announce that I have officially joined Heidrick & Struggles as an Executive Assistant / Project Coordinator within their new Global Technology Services Practice in Berlin!
A few months ago, I lost my job and my confidence took a hit. Despite holding a master's degree and having several years of professional experience, I felt unqualified. On a whim, I applied for a role in a new sector of consulting, and was terrified, especially since German was integral to the role. Having lived in Germany on and off for the past 10 years (and the last 6 years permanently in Berlin), I was so nervous about my language skills that I almost canceled the interview.
But I pushed through my nerves and decided to go for it. During the interview, I mentioned my hesitation about my German skills. The interviewer stopped me halfway through and gave me two points of advice:
1. I was underselling myself because my German was nearly fluent.
2. I needed to stop apologizing for my German because it was actually very good.
Her words marked a turning point for me. Throughout the interview process, I received invaluable guidance and encouragement from my family and friends, which lifted my spirits and reminded me of where I came from and where I wanted to go. Now, I’m thrilled to be at the end of this journey, in a far better place than when I started, and in a role that is even more exciting than I had envisioned.
This new position has exceeded all my expectations, the opportunities that come with it are beyond what I had hoped for when I originally began my journey, and I wouldn’t have achieved this without pushing through my nerves and embracing my authentic self.
Here’s my advice: Trust yourself, push through your fears, and be your genuine self. You might be surprised where it takes you.
Thank you to everyone who supported me along the way. Here’s to new beginnings and embracing challenges! 🚀
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Vice President, Marketing
2moCongrats you two!!