Karen Dee
President and CEO of Fifth Third Bank (Central Florida affiliate)
What advice would you give to women who want to follow in your footsteps?
Find a mentor early in your career and, as time goes on, give back by being a mentor to someone else. And raise your hand when opportunities arise. Make it known you are interested. Be your own PR agent; know that it’s OK to talk about your accomplishments. Also, highlighting the team around you is a good way to highlight yourself.
What’s the most important thing to remember when it comes to your career?
Gain experiences, not jobs. All the while you'll be learning something new and building transferable skills.
What’s the biggest career mistake you’ve made?
Believing that performance mattered more than relationships with people. It’s critical in hiring to be sure that individuals are a cultural and motivational fit to the organization. It’s all about the people.
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