Attracting and retaining a diverse pool of talented people is one of the ways we’re bringing fresh perspectives to finance. Dani N., a Local Acquisition Marketing Partner, is at the forefront of this effort to create experiences that help to convert passionate prospects into full-fledged, impactful Schwabbies. Keep reading to learn more about her journey, the support she’s received, and the advice she has for women trying to advance in their careers.
Dani’s introduction to Schwab came over the summer following her Junior year of college, where she translated her love of marketing into an internship in the very same field. For her, it was apparent from the start that our firm was invested in supporting people’s growth; during her internship, she discovered our innovative Marketing Rotational Program and worked hard to gain a spot.
“Our Marketing Rotational Program was something that really caught my eye. I worked hard that summer and received an offer to come back and be a part of the program. It's difficult to figure out what you want to do after college, even for someone like me who had previous interest in marketing – so the program is a huge benefit.”
Depois de garantir uma posição em tempo integral na Schwab, Dani foi all-in no programa. Foi aqui que ela teve a oportunidade de experimentar diferentes papéis e obter uma compreensão mais profunda dos empregos no campo. Por meio das pessoas que ela encontrou e de suas experiências trabalhando em diferentes áreas de nossa empresa, Dani se sentiu apoiada em sua busca por encontrar um papel que correspondesse às suas paixões profissionais e habilidades inatas. áreas do campo.
“The fact that Schwab has this program where I could try out different roles and discover what I wanted to do within marketing was a total draw for me. I was initially hired as Senior Specialist, and as I went through the marketing rotation program, I had the unique opportunity to jump around to different areas of the field. I feel lucky to have been a part of the program and progress in my career.”
prosperando em uma cultura de apoio
Foi durante sua última rotação que Dani encontrou um papel mais adequado aos seus pontos fortes. Como uma "pessoa de pessoas" auto-descrita com fortes habilidades de comunicação e o desejo de construir relacionamentos significativos, ela iniciou seu novo caminho como parceiro de marketing de aquisição local. Como um benefício adicional, essa nova capacidade permitiu que ela visse o impacto imediato e positivo de seu trabalho duro. Pareceu que o papel combinava perfeitamente com meus pontos fortes e alinhou -se com a rota profissional que eu queria seguir. Além das oportunidades de desenvolvimento de carreira que Dani encontrou em seu programa de rotação, ela também sente que a disposição de seu gerente de incentivá -la a explorar novas áreas de carreira lhe permitiu realmente prosperar. Depois de optar por uma transição antecipada do programa rotacional, Dani recebeu incentivo de seu líder para fazer uma posição permanente com o marketing local.
“Near the end of my rotation, I was starting to look for a permanent role at Schwab. Because I had built so many fantastic relationships at our firm, I was able to connect with some colleagues working on our local marketing team and set up one-on-one meetings with them to gain further insight into the job. My interest only grew as I interviewed for a spot - it seemed as if the role perfectly matched my strengths and aligned with the professional route I wanted to take. Having the opportunity to work with people, build lasting relationships, and see the results of my work helps me feel like I’m making a difference.”
It’s well known that Schwabbies pride themselves on maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture. Apart from the career development opportunities Dani encountered in her rotational program, she also feels that her manager’s willingness to encourage her explore new career areas enabled her to truly thrive. After opting for an early transition out of the rotational program, Dani was met with encouragement from her leader to purse a permanent position with Local Marketing.
= "Adoro muitas coisas sobre trabalhar aqui. Todo gerente que tive em nossa empresa realmente quer ajudá -lo a crescer profissionalmente. Por exemplo, Quando eu mostrei interesse em sair do programa rotacional cedo e seguir um novo papel, o meu gerente estava a bordo e me ajudou a se preparar." "| Isso ajuda você a se sentir empoderado para aprender e crescer. Para Dani, a cultura de Schwab forneceu exatamente isso -um espaço nutritivo que lhe deu confiança para encontrar um papel em que ela poderia causar o maior impacto. Sobre você, suas habilidades e o que você traz para a mesa.
Advice for Women’s Professional Advancement
A key part of successfully advancing in your career is working in an environment that helps you feel empowered to learn and grow. For Dani, Schwab’s culture provided just that – a nurturing space which gave her the confidence to find a role where she could make the largest impact.
“I often have to present to branch managers and financial consultants, and naturally a lot of them are men. At first it seemed intimidating, but ultimately didn’t matter - everyone is always respectful to me even though I am in a new role and still learning. People at our firm care about you, your skills, and what you bring to the table. It feels like Schwabbies simply want to support you and your success.”
desde seus primeiros dias como estagiária de seu papel atual, Dani aprendeu a importância dessa confiança. Para ela, ter autoconfiança é uma parte essencial da progressão da carreira para as mulheres, pois lhes permite perseguir melhor seus sonhos e assumir riscos calculados. Avançar para novas oportunidades. Para aberturas imediatas em nossa equipe de serviço! Texas
“It's a matter of redefining how I viewed myself. Through focusing on building up my confidence, I was able to present as an expert in my subject whenever I had to address colleagues. It doesn’t matter that I’m a younger female – when I act with confidence, I’m better equipped to meet challenges and put myself forward for new opportunities.”
