Taking Chances and Embracing Opportunities Through The Adult Apprenticeship Program with Jefrie Polanco

See Yourself IN

In this episode of See Yourself IN, host Casey Harrison sits down with Jefrie Polanco, a quality automation engineer at Allegion, to uncover his inspiring journey into Indiana's advanced manufacturing sector. Jefrie shares his story of resilience, from facing personal loss to seizing opportunities in the tech field, ultimately finding fulfillment and success in his career. Through perseverance and a passion for learning, Jefrie demonstrates how embracing challenges can lead to unexpected opportunities and personal growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Seizing Opportunities: Jefrie's decision to pursue an adult apprenticeship program, despite initial doubts, highlights the importance of taking chances and embracing new opportunities.
  
• Resilience and Perseverance: Facing setbacks and personal loss, Jefrie's journey underscores the power of resilience and determination in achieving career goals.
  
• Passion for Learning and Adaptability: Jefrie's early interest in coding, sparked by modifying his MySpace page, showcases the value of continuous learning and adaptability in a rapidly evolving tech industry.
  
• Teamwork and Communication: Working as a quality automation engineer, Jefrie emphasizes the significance of effective teamwork and communication to deliver high-quality results.
  
• Faith in the Journey: Jefrie's story inspires listeners to have faith in their career journeys, trusting in themselves and embracing the process of growth and development to achieve their dreams.

To learn more about the TechPoint Adult Apprenticeship Program, visit https://techpoint.org/adult-apprenticeship/

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