My Journey from Sales to IT: The Power of Salesforce Military

In today’s fast-paced job market, building a “talent stack” – a unique combination of skills that make you highly valuable – is crucial for career success. I am excited to share my journey of transitioning from a sales role to a product owner in the IT industry and how Salesforce Military and Talent Stacker’s Career Development played a pivotal role in that transformation.

As a Talent Stacker Career Development alumni, I was eager to explore new career opportunities, but the catalyst for my successful transition was the Salesforce Military program. Salesforce Military’s mission to upskill 80,000 veterans and their spouses resonated with me, and their support has been invaluable throughout my journey.

The program’s offer of a voucher for the $4,500 ADX201 expert-led course proved to be a game-changer, as it enabled me to pass the Salesforce Admin exam. With this crucial certification under my belt, I began to build my talent stack by adding other CRM certifications, ranging from various platforms and systems. As I write this, I am preparing to earn my 10th CRM certification, and I couldn’t have come this far without the resources and support provided by the Salesforce Military program.

One of the unique features of the Salesforce Military program is their Military Trailblazer Office Hours. This group mentorship initiative provides a supportive space for veterans, military spouses, and allies to connect, learn, and grow together. These Office Hours have been vital to my personal and professional development, as they have fostered a sense of camaraderie and provided valuable guidance from experienced professionals.

The Military Trailblazer Office Hours have not only helped me build a strong talent stack, but they have also given me a supportive community that has been with me every step of the way as I navigated the challenges of changing careers.

As a proud member of the Talent Stacker and Salesforce Military communities, I am grateful for the opportunities that have come my way, and I am excited to see where this journey will take me. I encourage others seeking to make a career change or looking to enhance their skillset to explore these incredible resources. These programs are truly life-changing, and I am confident that the unique combination of skills, certifications, and support provided by both Talent Stacker and Salesforce Military’s Military Trailblazer Office Hours will set you on the path to success.