E19 | Industrial Marketing—Christopher Nesbit

Chris was very close to graduating college when his girlfriend at the time moved to Maine. He followed suit with the intent to finish college there. That never happened. [Timestamp 1:13]Good work ethic, how did Chris get it? Working from an early age cultivated this quality in him. He always dressed for the job he wanted. Being well trained played a key role in him knowing how to interview. [Timestamp 1:49]His strategy for interviewing with no degree?He was not deceptive about not having a degree but if they didn't bring it up, he didn't bring it up. [Timestamp 8:05]One of the best industries to work without a degree? Manufacturing since you can start out on the floor and end up becoming a manager or director of production.Benefits of a Tech school or STEM/STEAM programs? Apprenticeship programs are available that pay you to work with companies. [Timestamp 13:12]How to get ahead without a degree?Dedication and willingness to learn. [Timestamp 15:52]Why some people don't get degrees?People with no degrees crave knowledge, they education system just doesn't stimulate them enough. So they find their own way to learn what they want. [Timestamp 18:02]Interested in starting your own business?Start as soon as possible. Fail fast and fail often in order to figure out what worked and what didn't. [Timestamp 32:55]What taught Chris everything he needed to know about business?In spite of the college courses he took, it was owning and operating a business for five years. [Timestamp 33:25]A mistake many people make? Not setting high enough goals and going after them. Doing so changes your trajectory forever. [Timestamp 35:44] Need marketing for your industrial company? Get in touch with Christopher Nesbit .Contact info:LinkedIn: Christoper NesbitWebsite: www.nesbitmarketing.comInstagram: @NesbitMarketingFacebook: Nesbit Marketing Want to get in touch with NoDegree Inc?Listen to more podcast episodes hereFollow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedInFollow NoDegree on LinkedIn,  Facebook and InstagramRemember,  no degree? No problem!  Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedIn.- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonaed Connect with us on social media!- Instagram: @nodegreecareers- TikTok: @nodegree Thank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, or drop us a review on Apple Podcast. Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at NoDegree.com.