Her Story
About Jeannette
Jeannette Troup serves as a recruiter in the oil and gas industry, where she has worked for nearly 10 years after accumulating over 20 years of experience in HR and recruiting overall. She previously led her company's internship program, growing participation from 80 to nearly 96 interns, and takes pride in partnering with managers to help individuals secure their dream jobs. Troup began her career in a pharmaceutical company in 1999 after starting but not completing college, where she developed her expertise in HR and recruiting, and she earned an HR professional certification in 2006. She attributes her success to her faith and discovering her passion for recruiting as a means to guide others toward their purpose, emphasizing the importance of workplace culture, values, and mission alignment both professionally and in her personal life leading greeters at her church.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Jeannette
01What do you attribute your success to?
My success comes from my faith and finding my purpose in recruiting. I've been doing HR and recruiting for a long time but found recruiting to be my passion. It's not just about money but being in the right fit that brings joy.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
I had great mentors who taught me to never procrastinate and be passionate about everything every single day. When you're in a place that feels good and makes you happy, you don't feel like you're working. It's important to find the right fit, not just chase money.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Take your time to find what your passion is about and do not compromise what you believe by someone else or society. It's nothing wrong at an early stage to really look for their passion and stick with it.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Challenges include companies being intimidated by many years of experience and finding the right job after being unemployed. It's not easy finding the right fit, especially not looking for big companies now. Opportunities are looking for new directions and starting again.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Culture is most important - a place with meaning about their culture, values, and mission that I can submit to and lead. Without culture, mission, or purpose, you don't have anything and are just trying to survive. This applies both in the workplace and in my church.
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