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Chelsey Smith

Chelsey Smith

Salesforce

Saint Paul, MN USA

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Chelsey's work combines: Design, Engineering, and Building Things

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Day In The Life

Senior Project Manager

I work with engineers and build software.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    South Saint Paul

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Studio Arts

    Macalester College

  • Graduate Degree

    Architecture

    Iowa State University

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Senior Project Manager:

Bachelor's Degree: Studio Arts

Graduate Degree: Architecture

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Life & Career Milestones

I've taken a lot of twists and turns

  • 1.

    Graduated high school and got a diploma. 

  • 2.

    Went to college, got a bachelor's degree, and did a lot of international travel.

  • 3.

    Got a master's degree in architecture.

  • 4.

    Started a small business.

  • 5.

    Got a PMP certification and my first job as a project manager.

Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Myself:

    Self-doubt

  • How I responded:

    Understand that you're not alone and use your network. Ask for help.

Experiences and challenges that shaped me

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  • Understanding that there is always a way and finding an opportunity are important.