Spectrum Career Growth & Development

What new skill or role did you want to learn? Why was this important to you?
In the world of engineering — and especially at a connectivity company like Spectrum — technology is constantly evolving. In my role, I manage the equipment that keeps our network running, so having a strong foundation in data analysis and AI is important. I’m always looking for ways to stay ahead of the curve, so when I saw that I could use Spectrum’s education benefit to earn a Python certificate from a reputable organization like e-Cornell at no cost to me, it was an easy decision to enroll. The program didn’t just give me new coding skills, it helped me understand how I could apply my programming knowledge to my daily work. It’s been a game changer — for my own growth and for how I can support my team in smarter, more efficient ways.

How did your employer help support this time of learning and professional development?
Spectrum’s education benefit gave me the opportunity to grow my skills without having to worry about cost. I was able to choose the course that most interested me from a catalog of nearly 300 online programs. It’s no secret that juggling full-time work and heading back to school can be challenging, but being able to take these classes online helped me find the right balance I needed. Personally, enrolling gave me the opportunity to think about my long-term goals and how I want to keep progressing in my career. What made a big difference was knowing that my leaders were behind me and my team was supportive. I had the support and encouragement needed to keep me motivated.

What was the outcome of this experience? How did it impact your future growth in your profession?
Earning my certificate from e-Cornell thanks to Spectrum’s education benefit was a major personal milestone and a proud moment in my career. Beyond the certificate itself, the skills I learned along the way have already made a real impact on how I can contribute to my team day to day, helping us to maintain the reliable service that we’re known for. I’m already thinking about what might be next for me, perhaps pursuing a course in technical leadership so that I can continue to build upon the skills I already have and keep growing. This just goes to show how Spectrum’s investment in employees goes beyond the basics — the company is committed to helping its employees build long and successful careers.