Finding the Right Career Path Through Self-Discovery

Overview

Jielin initially wanted a software development job, but through our conversations, we discovered her true strengths aligned with project management and communication. By focusing on PM skills through app development, she found her path to a fulfilling career in tech sales.

The Challenge

Jielin was determined to become a software developer, but something felt off. While she could learn the technical skills, our conversations revealed her energy came from organizing, communicating, and connecting people—not from deep technical problem-solving.

The Approach

• 1

  Had honest conversations about what energizes vs. drains different types of work

• 2

  Reframed app development as a vehicle for learning project management rather than coding

• 3

  Taught PM fundamentals: user stories, sprint planning, stakeholder communication, roadmap development

• 4

  Built her app together, but focused on the "why" and "what" over the "how"

• 5

  Helped her see that technology careers extend far beyond engineering roles

The Results

• Recognized her natural talent for understanding user needs and translating them into requirements

• Developed strong project management portfolio through documented app development process

• Secured a PM internship that showcased her organizational and communication skills

• Transitioned into tech sales where she excels at understanding technical products and communicating value

• Found genuine fulfillment in her career path rather than forcing an ill-fitting role