Episode 15 - Salesforce Sisters Blaze Their Trails - Pt.2

In this follow-up episode, sisters Rebecca Youngquist and Nicole Looker delve deeper into their Salesforce journeys. They discuss the misconception that certifications are necessary to land a Salesforce job, with Rebecca sharing how she secured her first role before being certified. 

 

The sisters offer valuable insights on how to stand out in a competitive job market, emphasizing the importance of translating existing skills to Salesforce roles and actively learning through platforms like Trailhead.

 

Nicole, now a CRM Manager, provides an overview of the various systems she works with beyond Salesforce, including HubSpot, LeanData, and Data Cloud. She shares her experience implementing Data Cloud in a startup environment and offers advice for those aspiring to get Data Cloud certified.

 

The sisters also discuss their upcoming presentation at Mile High Dreamin', revealing how they plan to share their unique story of growing up in a small town and finding success in the Salesforce ecosystem. They highlight the importance of mentorship, including the Salesforce mentorship program and the often-overlooked Salesforce for Military program for veterans.

 

Looking to the future, both Rebecca and Nicole express their interest in expanding their development skills, particularly in Apex. They conclude with valuable advice for those entering the Salesforce ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, building soft skills, and finding genuine enjoyment in the work rather than merely chasing high salaries.

 

This episode provides a wealth of practical advice and inspiration for anyone looking to start or advance their career in the Salesforce ecosystem.

 

Contect with Rebecca Youngquist and Nicole Looker on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-youngquist/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-looker/

 

Watch here - https://youtu.be/WIfv2tXhPSI