Over a year ago, as a beginner professional, I completed my first internship at YoungCapital, entering the world of SEO and digital marketing. This initial experience was a moment of adapting to a bustling office and facing the first challenges in professional life. After a long year of academic, personal and professional development, I returned to YoungCapital, taking up a new challenge in a completely new position in the operations team. To my surprise, the company I knew so far took on an entirely new dimension.
Returning to a familiar place where expectations had been defined by previous experiences, I expected to slip comfortably back into a well-worn rhythm. Instead, I was greeted by a landscape of change and previously unknown challenges – not only in terms of the changed office space but also in the organizational culture and newly adopted operational ethos. YoungCapital has not only moved forward but also transformed into a new dynamic entity with new faces, innovative processes and a rebuilt management structure that promises new working methods and continuous improvement of individual competencies.
The evolution of the company has mirrored my transformation over the past years. During my first internship, tasks that seemed difficult at first gradually became easier to accomplish thanks to the skills I had developed. During the next internship, with new responsibilities related to operations and a full work schedule, I was thrown into deeper waters, dealing with complex projects that allowed me to develop new skills and encouraged me to adapt quickly to changes.
Inside the company, one of the most striking changes I noticed was the change in team dynamics. Familiar colleagues mostly left, and new faces brought new energy and perspectives that changed the chemistry in the team. This change was both a challenge and an opportunity, requiring flexibility and openness, but also offering fresh collaboration and insights.
Furthermore, the transition from part-time intern to full-time employee highlighted a significant change in my professional and, notably, personal life. University assignments have been replaced by constant pressure to perform well and meet deadlines. It was then that I realized that adult life, devoid of academic structure, had its own rigor as a never-ending juggling of daily responsibilities and expectations.
As I navigate this new environment, I constantly learn about SEO, operations, and myself. Changes at YoungCapital have accompanied my growth, highlighting an essential truth in both personal and business development: change is not only inevitable; it is necessary for continuous development. It is not yet known whether the changed order in YC and my own new reality are better; they are undoubtedly different, but it is undeniable that both realities have been enriched with opportunities for learning and further improvement.
As I reflect on this journey, I see that my experience can serve as a beacon for others considering returning to their previous workplace or simply entering the professional world. This is a testament to the value of resilience and adaptability, essential in today’s ever-changing world, especially in the labor market.