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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Canarsie High School
Bachelor's Degree
Graphic Design
Saint Peter's College
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Tellers:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Graphic Design
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
Went to college and didn't finish my degree, was able to join the Army.
2.
Got the call to become a part time teller.
3.
Was able to go back to school, but went to school for graphic design.
4.
Always worked part time at the bank, wasn't sure of staying.
5.
Client cried about how I was the only person that actually listened and answered his question.
6.
Realized from that moment, that banking was my forte.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
You're not smart enough, and you shouldn't work at a bank.
How I responded:
I came in every single day, focused and determined that I was going to make a difference. I continued to learn and to listen to how my peers did their jobs, so when that job opportunity presented itself, I showed that I can do the work and I was the one they came to when they had a problem.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I came from a middle income family, but I didn't have it easy. I remember the days I would squeeze my feet into my sister's sneakers. I didn't have the cool clothes growing up, but I was fed and had a warm bed to sleep in. I am thankful for that!
Most of my friends growing up were killed, placed in jail, or just linger around my old neighborhood. It was always a challenge to be better, but I took it by the horns and faced every obstacle head on.
It was a long road, and no one in my family had ever finished their bachelor's degree. It was an honor, but at the same time, I had people who would be negative toward that fact. So I basically removed those negative influences out of my life.