By Aira Villanueva, PRA
Imagine being out in the world, navigating a new chapter of life with limited experience, and feeling like you’re all alone in the journey. Now, envision a mentor by your side, not only sharing a wealth of knowledge but also unlocking doors to opportunities, guiding you towards acquiring the skills and wisdom crucial for both professional success and personal growth.
This is precisely what the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) guest highlighted in the new episode of its critically acclaimed podcast, Let’s Talk Retail.
Joy Polloso, Executive Vice President for Retail and Commercial at Shang Properties, underscored the importance of having a supportive mentor. Despite graduating with a law degree, Joy’s thirst for growth led her to explore various avenues, always keeping her mind open to learning, observing, and putting theory into practice. Thanks to the guidance of her mentors and supporters, she vowed to pay it forward once she attained a leadership position. “I would ensure that they benefit from the best practices they observed and learned, while discarding those experiences that proved unhelpful,” she affirmed.
Joy emphasized the significance of not confining oneself within organizational boundaries. “You shouldn’t limit yourself to understanding just your immediate environment within the organization,” she advised. “Opportunities flourish within the organization itself.”
Driven by a desire to sharpen her skills further, Joy pursued an MBA while continuously honing her expertise in the retail sector.
Undoubtedly, this episode is a must-watch. Tune in on April 11th at 2 pm, exclusively on PRA’s YouTube and Spotify channel, and embark on a journey of insight and inspiration.
