My name is Jermaine Preville, I'm 50 years old, and I'm from St. Lucia in the Caribbean. I work as an Accounts Officer at the St. Lucia National Housing Corporation.

My managing director introduced me to UniAthena. Given my role as an Accounts Clerk, I decided to take a course. Since then, I’ve been promoted to Accounts Officer with more responsibilities. I’ve used other platforms before, but UniAthena's content seemed more authentic and beneficial for my career advancement.

In January, our department was assigned a new task that none of us knew how to tackle. After experimenting with different methods, I figured out a solution by the end of the day. My supervisor commended me, saying, "That's the kind of people I like working with me, those who take initiative to get things done."

For those starting their careers: no matter your education or the prestige of your school, never believe you know everything. Keep your mind open, as there is always something new to learn every day.

My dream job was to be a fireman because I’ve always enjoyed helping people. Although I have passed the age for pursuing that dream, I still carry the desire to assist others, which initially inspired my career choice.

I believe having a positive attitude and a willingness to learn are crucial. When you encounter people who are more knowledgeable than you, don’t compete with them; instead, learn from them.