Presentation by Jeff Fettig, CEO of Whirlpool

Throughout Kelley alumni Jeff Fettig’s presentation, he emphasized the importance of people in your career. While reflecting on his company and his career path, he shared inspirational advice that I will carry throughout the recruiting process.

Jeff Fettig, CEO, Whirlpool Corp.

The people at Whirlpool are incredibly philanthropic. The company gives back in many ways, most visibly through Habitat for Humanity. Not only have 1/3 of Whirlpool’s employees participated in a build, every Habitat home is fitted with Whirlpool appliances. As someone who has participated in five Habitat builds, Whirlpool’s relationship with Habitat for Humanity affirmed everything Mr. Fettig said about choosing a career for the people. Volunteering time and money on a regular basis says a lot about an employee’s character, and individual personalities define a company’s corporate culture. This advice for choosing a company offers a great foundation, and his advice for growing in a company rounded out his presentation.

Mr. Fettig’s advice for us as we prepare to enter our careers inspired and affirmed the need for positive mental attitude as well. Multiple times, Mr. Fettig admitted that every year for the first three years of his career he wanted to quit. However, his perseverance and motivation to go above and beyond his job’s description brought him great opportunities early on. Moreover, he prefers to work with individuals who act with a positive mental attitude. The defining line between two incredibly competent individuals comes down to interaction, and showing those around him that he works passionately led him to his current position as CEO.

Overall, the advice Mr. Fettig shared outlined important factors to consider as we enter the workforce. Women in Business would like to thank Delta Sigma Pi for the incredible opportunity of hearing Mr. Fettig speak.