Julia Mikula

Prospect Management Analyst
Mayo Clinic

Apra-MN
Programming Committee member

Q. How long have you been an Apra-MN member and what was your first Apra experience?

A. I've been an Apra-MN member since 2018, when I joined Mayo Clinic. My first Apra experience was attending the conference in May 2019. Shortly thereafter, I joined the Mentoring Program.

Q. What do you enjoy most about Apra-MN?

A. Apra-MN has helped me make connections in the field. I really value my relationship with my past mentor through the Mentoring Program. She's given me so many ideas for how to improve my work, along with ideas for new projects I can pursue. Getting involved with the Programming Committee has helped me build a larger network of people to bounce ideas off and hear how other shops are approaching their work.

Q. What do you like most about your career?

A. We're surrounded by stories of gratitude.

Q. Best piece of advice you've received?

A.  Foster your curiosity and truly listen to others. Assume everyone you meet knows something you don't.