The greater Houston region is fueled by a thriving workforce comprised of skilled professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs. 在美国排名前10位.S. for attracting millennials and retaining college graduates, 该地区是年轻人才蓬勃发展的中心.  

正因为如此, companies and organizations have prioritized a regional focus on developing tomorrow’s workforce by educating young people on emerging industries and re-training mid-career professionals for high-demand careers through college, 大学和技术课程. The result is a strong base of budding young leaders primed to shape the future of our region.  

The Greater Houston Partnership’s Houston Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs (炒作) leadership development program is dedicated to supporting emerging leaders with the skills and insights that will enhance their potential.   

We spoke to several 炒作 members to gain some insight on the challenges young professionals face and the future of business in our community. 

在你看来, what are the most pressing leadership challenges facing young professionals in Houston today? 

以利亚Defferari, Lummus Tech: It is important to hone a leadership style that is authentically you. There is often a disconnect between what is written or portrayed in popular media (TikTok, LinkedIn, new outlets or social medias) and what is the reality of your situation. 这有助于远离社交媒体, 至少每隔一段时间, to really assess yourself as a person/leader in order to discover how you tend to lead without the bias and influence of social media "gurus" or coaches that do not know your individual leadership journey. 换句话说, 这对所有年轻的专业人士来说都是一个挑战, 除了休斯顿之外, to scour through the inundation of data we see online and craft our own leadership identities. 

萨姆林惇, 埃森哲:在休斯顿, young professionals are stepping into leadership roles during a time of dramatic industry shifts. As the city pivots from its traditional oil roots to embrace technology and renewable energy, 新兴领导人面临着独特的挑战. 他们必须迅速掌握新技能, navigate cultural complexities within one of the most diverse workforces in the nation, 推动创新. 此外, integrating sustainable practices poses another significant hurdle, especially in sectors historically reliant on natural resources. Despite these challenges, the opportunities for growth and impact are immense. 为那些准备好领导的人, Houston offers a dynamic arena to influence the future of business and drive change. 

"Effective leadership now requires a mix of adaptability, 文化敏感性, 还有一种前瞻性的方法,林惇说。.

Can you share a memorable experience where mentorship directly contributed to a success story of yours? 

弗朗西斯卡索萨, Inventure: I never really had an official mentor until a few years ago and it was career changing. 3 years into my professional journey I was simply focused on what was next so I could get promoted. My thoughts were always “you have to be good at everything and do whatever it takes to showcase it”. This only hindered me because I would bite more than I could chew and it would result in poor work product or extreme levels of stress. 我也试图成为另一个我不是的人. At some point someone that was working on one of our large projects left the company and I requested to take over her role. This made me the teammate of someone I had not worked with before and it was the best decision I ever made. She took me under her wing and helped me grow professionally and personally. 她成了我无论如何都可以倾诉的人. She became that official mentor I needed to find my way. 由于她的指导，我得到了提升. I also found myself much happier with my work life balance. 

How do you see the Houston business community evolving in the next decade, and what opportunities do you foresee for young professionals and entrepreneurs?  

肖爱德考克, Greater Houston Partnership: The Houston business ecosystem is evolving in a lot of exciting ways, and innovation is at the heart of our future success. Young professionals and entrepreneurs have the chance to make lasting impact in some of the most important industries and movements here in Houston. The innovative ideas that spring here will provide copious opportunities to partake in, 并在这个过程中改变世界.

“航空航天等核心行业, energy and life sciences are all at the precipice of major breakthroughs and positive changes,阿德科克说。.

Whether you're a young professional looking to expand your network or a budding entrepreneur seeking mentorship and support, 炒作 offers developmental experiences to succeed in Houston’s workforce. 加入 炒作 to gain access to a diverse network of like-minded professionals, 互斥事件, and invaluable resources designed to inspire the next generation of Houston business leaders.  

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