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Breona
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What made you decide being a Chief Sustainability Officer was for you?
I'm a bit undecided on what I want to do.
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Brandon Olson
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Note that I am NOT a CSO. But - why would someone decide to become a CSO? Well, it's usually a mix of personal interests and professional goals. Here's a rundown:
Loving Everything Green: If you're the type who's always geeking out over environmental issues or sustainability trends, this might be your calling. It's like turning your hobby into a career.
Wanting to Make a Dent in the Universe: As a CSO, you can really shake things up in terms of how companies affect the planet. If you're into the idea of making big, positive changes, this could be your gig.
Background Matters: Many CSOs come from backgrounds in environmental science, business, or similar areas. If you've studied or worked in something related, this could be a natural step forward.
Being the Captain of the Ship: Got leadership skills? Love setting the course and steering the ship? This role needs someone who can lead and inspire.
Jack of All Trades: This job isn't one-note. It mixes environmental know-how with business smarts, policy stuff, and communication chops. If you're into wearing many hats, you might love this.
Believing in Doing Right by the World: If you're big on ethical business and doing good, this role lets you put those values into action on a big scale.
Solving Puzzles and Getting Creative: Love tackling tough problems and coming up with clever solutions? CSOs do a lot of this, especially around making businesses greener and more socially responsible.
People Person?: This job involves a lot of chatting, networking, and collaborating. If you're into meeting people and working together, this could be a major plus.
Never a Dull Moment: Sustainability is always changing – new challenges, new ideas. If you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, you won't get bored here.
Grow as You Go: The role is a fantastic chance to grow both personally and professionally. You'll pick up a wide range of skills and get to evolve along with an exciting field.
Remember, these points are pretty general. If you're figuring out if this path is for you, think about what you really enjoy doing, your strengths, and what issues fire you up. Sustainability has a lot of different roles under its umbrella, so there could be a perfect fit for you somewhere in there.
Loving Everything Green: If you're the type who's always geeking out over environmental issues or sustainability trends, this might be your calling. It's like turning your hobby into a career.
Wanting to Make a Dent in the Universe: As a CSO, you can really shake things up in terms of how companies affect the planet. If you're into the idea of making big, positive changes, this could be your gig.
Background Matters: Many CSOs come from backgrounds in environmental science, business, or similar areas. If you've studied or worked in something related, this could be a natural step forward.
Being the Captain of the Ship: Got leadership skills? Love setting the course and steering the ship? This role needs someone who can lead and inspire.
Jack of All Trades: This job isn't one-note. It mixes environmental know-how with business smarts, policy stuff, and communication chops. If you're into wearing many hats, you might love this.
Believing in Doing Right by the World: If you're big on ethical business and doing good, this role lets you put those values into action on a big scale.
Solving Puzzles and Getting Creative: Love tackling tough problems and coming up with clever solutions? CSOs do a lot of this, especially around making businesses greener and more socially responsible.
People Person?: This job involves a lot of chatting, networking, and collaborating. If you're into meeting people and working together, this could be a major plus.
Never a Dull Moment: Sustainability is always changing – new challenges, new ideas. If you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, you won't get bored here.
Grow as You Go: The role is a fantastic chance to grow both personally and professionally. You'll pick up a wide range of skills and get to evolve along with an exciting field.
Remember, these points are pretty general. If you're figuring out if this path is for you, think about what you really enjoy doing, your strengths, and what issues fire you up. Sustainability has a lot of different roles under its umbrella, so there could be a perfect fit for you somewhere in there.
Great answer! This really nails it.
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Reem K
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Reem’s Answer
Hi Breona, CSOs are usually motivated by the impact they can have on an organization's environmental and social sustainability. However, becoming a CSO necessitates years of experience in more junior corporate sustainability roles. All the best on your career!