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1. Adrienne BorghoffOctober 13,2021 at 1:20PM UTC

   I learned my video editing skills in the Air Force. I wasn't sure I wanted to keep doing it when I left active duty, but after many years of not doing it, and trying to find a support job that will allow me to do creative things (I eventually got a BFA in Acting), I realized these were marketable skills I shouldn't ignore. I'm trying to get back into it now, very close to getting hired full time! And thinking critically now about how I can still do acting/performance on the side.

2. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 1:32PM UTC

   I joined a manufacturing company as a temp as a secretary in the Human Resources department. As a temp I was moved to the part of HR that was struggling most due to insufficient staff which gave me an opportunity to try the different positions. I fell in love with HR and I have been in HR now for 15 years. I have worked as a HR Generalist, Specialist and Business Partner. I love going to work every day as every day brings something new.

3. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 1:46PM UTC

   I need to pay off my student loans. That's it.

4. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 2:00PM UTC

   It pays the bills and the loans...(most of the time).

   Changed my major at the end of my fourth year of undergrad...to a degree that basically required more education. Now regret both choices but hey I have a job and a roof over my head so I am grateful for that.

5. Lesa Edwards, Career Coach & Master Resume WriterOctober 13,2021 at 2:17PM UTC

   I spent 30 years in higher education as the director of 2 university career centers. In 2011, I transitioned that well-honed skill set to working with my own clients as a career coach and resume writer. What motivates me is helping my high-achieving clients land their dream job - there is no better feeling!

6. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 2:22PM UTC

   I worked in a manufacturing facility and soon discovered that I had a passion for Quality as it related to Manufacturing Engineering practices, etc. That prompted me to take a role as an Entry Level Quality Process Engineer and began taking college classes related to that topic. Year later, I am a Manager within an engineering environment.

7. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 2:31PM UTC

   Little daily steps lead to long-term goals. Boom!

8. Kathy SternerOctober 13,2021 at 3:33PM UTC

   Love to learn and grow; always looking for the next thing to increase my awareness.

9. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 10:15PM UTC

   It was the first job offered to me after over a year of looking and trying to get out of a toxic environment. Survival.

10. Liz OwenOctober 14,2021 at 2:40PM UTC

    Glad you were able to make the shift out of the toxic environment (and not into a new one, I hope!). Are there aspects of it that have motivated you to explore more in the field or do you think you will make another shift once you are out of survival mode?

11. Trie AngelevaOctober 14,2021 at 3:40PM UTC

    I had a long and winding career that wasn't exactly intentional until I reached my late 30s. So I've had wonderful experiences in corporate, government, politics, nonprofits, marketing, strategy, writing, etc., but it wasn't until I spent time discovering my real purpose that I found what I really love to do most, which is helping others figure out and land work that makes them full of joy! So I used all the experience I had and wound it into teaching career success preparation at a university and in my own practice now. It's so rewarding helping others get intentional with their life and career, no matter their age or career stage, so I really love what I do.

12. AnonymousOctober 15,2021 at 11:53AM UTC

    I look forward to each morning's new adventure. My goal is to arise early and put in some self-care time. That's what motives me to keep up with daily routine activities.

13. Kori GuthrieOctober 15,2021 at 11:27PM UTC

    I never thought of AML as a career. I studied accounting, got my degree, and started working in a call center at a bank. Moved from there to Deposit Operations. Someone I worked with in Deposit Operations got a position in the bank's AML dept and when another position opened up, she encouraged me to apply.

    It was the best move I made. I love what I do and wish I would have gotten into it sooner.

14. Kathy SternerOctober 19,2021 at 3:05PM UTC

    I enjoy helping others and knowing my actions have made a difference in their life, even if that means providing them with advice or suggestions. I work on a recruiting team in heathcare.