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Here are highlights from article Unlocking Salesforce Efficiency with Joy Shutters-Helbing – Salesforce Admins
1. Importance of frontline experience in a Salesforce career:
– Getting experience as a Salesforce user before transitioning into an admin career.
– Understanding how business processes work and how Salesforce can help.
– Real-world experience is valuable alongside Salesforce credentials.
2. Getting frontline experience while learning Salesforce:
– Advice to gain experience in an industry of interest, such as working as a call center representative.
– Learning business processes while building Salesforce knowledge.
– Looking for opportunities to make suggestions and get involved in how the platform is used in your organization.
3. Misunderstandings about networking:
– Networking is not just asking for favors, but allowing others to help you.
– Being active in the community and helping others can create a network of people willing to assist.
– Getting involved in local user groups and paying it forward.
4. Importance of being open about job search:
– Updating resume and making cold applications like everyone else.
– Letting people know that you’re looking for a job creates opportunities for others to send job openings your way.
– Building relationships and connections can lead to job opportunities.
5. Additional resources and information:
– Links to Chicago area community groups.
– MVP Office Hours for further insights.
– Social media handles for Joy and Salesforce Admins.
You can read it here: https://sfdc.blog/CSBEQ
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