082 | From Temp to Philanthropic Leader with Erika Williams

Erika Williams, Managing Partner of The Alberio Group, shares her non-linear career journey from temp worker to philanthropy executive to social impact consultant, revealing how embracing flexibility and recognizing "divine order" creates fulfilling opportunities.

• Started career through a temp agency that placed her at Morgan Stanley's investment banking division
• Strategically navigated from admin roles to the Morgan Stanley Foundation by networking internally
• Used employer tuition benefits to earn a graduate degree debt-free from the New School
• Created consulting practice as a career foundation, allowing flexibility to take interesting opportunities
• Maintained artistic expression throughout professional life after attending LaGuardia High School
• Recommends approaching temp agencies as "career ambassadors" to explore different fields
• Emphasizes knowing your worth and asking for fair compensation, especially in consulting
• Advises entrepreneurs to determine their endgame—whether building to sell or for satisfaction
• Suggests consulting allows for freedom to pursue diverse projects while maintaining independence
• Encourages maintaining all passions rather than "deciding" to cut them off

Never let go of your interests and passions. It's all part of you, so honor that, honor the journey, honor the things that you love, and always leave space for them. As soon as you cut something off, you are limiting yourself for what might be possible.

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