On this episode of the Bama Means Business Podcast, Scott Teel, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations at Southern Company, shares his career journey and insights into the utilities industry. Scott discusses his responsibilities, from short-term electricity demand forecasting to fuel management for power plants. Reflecting on his transition from accounting to a commercial role, Scott highlights the importance of intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and effective communication in advancing one’s career. He also emphasizes the value of forming relationships and networking, staying open-minded, and continuously learning. Additionally, Scott provides thoughtful advice on work-life balance, choosing the right career path, and making the most of opportunities in and out of the workplace. The episode concludes with Scott reminiscing about his time at the University of Alabama and the impact of the university's alumni network on his professional life. For more information about the Culverhouse College of Business visit our website https://culverhouse.ua.edu. Stay up to date with the college Facebook: https://facebook.com/culverhouseua Twitter: https://twitter.com/culverhouseua Instagram: https://instagram.com/culverhouseua LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/school/culverhouse-college-of-business
On this episode of the Bama Means Business Podcast, Scott Teel, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations at Southern Company, shares his career journey and insights into the utilities industry. Scott discusses his responsibilities, from short-term electricity demand forecasting to fuel management for power plants. Reflecting on his transition from accounting to a commercial role, Scott highlights the importance of intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and effective communication in advancing one’s career. He also emphasizes the value of forming relationships and networking, staying open-minded, and continuously learning. Additionally, Scott provides thoughtful advice on work-life balance, choosing the right career path, and making the most of opportunities in and out of the workplace. The episode concludes with Scott reminiscing about his time at the University of Alabama and the impact of the university's alumni network on his professional life.
For more information about the Culverhouse College of Business visit our website https://culverhouse.ua.edu.
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