The Triad Business Journal featured an insightful Op-Ed on Saturday by Senior Vice President Tyler Kelley, who shared his career advice and encouraged young professionals to “write their own story.”

In 2024, an estimated 3.4 million students will graduate high school. While conventional graduation advice often emphasizes attending college, working hard, and staying persistent, Tyler Kelley’s journey showcases an alternative path. Choosing to enter the trades straight out of high school, Tyler worked is way up the ladder to where he is today, managing an office with $350 million in annual revenue and leading a team of 120 associates.

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“In the ever-evolving landscape of careers, it’s crucial to recognize the power we hold in shaping our own narratives. Beyond the conventional advice of simply going to college, working hard and good ol’ perseverance, there lies a profound truth – the importance of writing your own story.

 

As the senior vice president of a prominent construction company in Raleigh, I am living proof of this truth. Climbing the ladder took me nearly 20 years, but today, I oversee an office with an annual revenue of $350 million and 120 associates. College wasn’t part of my story; however, my success will show you that you’re in control of your future, regardless of formal education and upbringing.”