Ever debated a career pivot? Dive into our latest LinkedIn Live, where we chat with the dynamic Kerry Jackson, a shining star from the Supermums alumni.
After working in Events Management, Kerry took a bold leap into the Salesforce universe, driven by the allure of flexibility, rapid career progression, and a thirst for personal growth.
Kerry spills the beans on the Supermums programme and her fast-track to bagging the Salesforce Administration Certification in just six months. Now thriving as a Salesforce Administrator for a Non-Profit, she paints a vivid picture of the diverse challenges and perks of her role. And guess what? Kerry’s learning journey isn’t over; she’s got her eyes set on more certifications and is a regular on Trailhead for that continuous knowledge boost.
Considering a switch to Salesforce? Let Kerry’s story inspire you and discover how the Supermums training programme might just be your golden ticket. Dive in and get the lowdown!
Enjoyed this conversation? Then check out our podcast interview with Heather Black, the Founder of Supermums, here.
Timestamps
Transitioning to Salesforce [00:00:52]
Kerry discusses her transition from Events Management to Salesforce and how she learned about Salesforce through the Supermums programme.
What is Salesforce? [00:01:06]
Kerry explains that Salesforce is a customer relationship management software businesses and non-profits use to drive their operational activity.
Reasons for Choosing Salesforce [00:01:46]
Kerry shares her reasons for wanting to move into Salesforce, including the desire for a less stressful career, flexibility around her children, and opportunities for personal growth and greater earning potential.
Transitioning to a career in technology [00:08:28]
Kerry discusses the challenges of finding a job in technology after being on maternity leave and not returning to her original career.
Getting support from Supermums [00:09:05]
Kerry discusses how Supermums helped her gain confidence and quickly secure a Salesforce admin role.
The flexibility of being a Salesforce Administrator [00:10:56]
Kerry explains how being a Salesforce administrator allows her to work from home and have a flexible schedule, which is especially beneficial after moving to a different location.
Keeping up with the tech world [00:17:40]
The challenge of staying updated with new developments in the tech world and the excitement of continuous learning and growth.
Salesforce training on Trailhead [00:18:02]
The online platform Trailhead offers training for Salesforce and is utilised for self-training and learning in specific areas.
Supermums’ training and job opportunities [00:18:17]
The success story of Kerry, who retrained with Supermums and the flexible job opportunities available after completing the six-month training programme.
Show Links
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