> 2. How did you learn how to operate in the working world? What we were some of the most important skills, mental models, etc that helped you succeed?
It’s different for everyone depending on their role and company size / org / culture.
One thing that remains universal is writing for yourself and others is a high leverage activity.
Get used to writing and journaling, write for yourself to clarify thoughts. Write for others to educate and persuade.
> 3. Has anyone experienced any effective "bootcamp" style training programs that help new grads or even experienced knowledge workers level up in these areas?
When you are just starting out you learn on the job, find mentors and internal experts to help navigate the tools and processes. The biggest skill here is being proactive and taking copious notes to get up to speed on the jargon and “how things work”.
Usually you hit a ceiling and either find an individual contributor track or a management track. If you need some rounding out then you go do an MBA.
