Ask anyone who has worked a job for a long time and they’ll tell you the same truth: the skills listed in the job description are just scratching the surface of what goes into a given role. Being a Salesforce solution architect is no exception; there is a tremendous amount that goes into the position beyond what’s listed on paper. So, if you’re just starting in your career — or you’re looking to make a switch — how do you know what skills to focus on, or if you’ll be a good fit? The answer is simple: ask the people currently doing the work.In this episode of Transformation @ Work, we’re sitting down with a trio of Gerent employees and seasoned solution architects to get a real, on-the-ground perspective on what makes someone a standout candidate for the job.Key Insights02:50 - Outlining the essential skills for success as a solution architect08:00 - The art of confidently (and quickly) learning the processes and challenges of a business14:05 - Tips for developing the right skill sets to be a stand-out solution architectGuest BiosElizabeth Bauer, Senior Consultant, Manufacturing, Energy, and Automotive, GerentElizabeth brings over 15 years of Salesforce experience with multiple tech partners to her current role as senior consultant and acting solution architect. Currently, she leads consulting efforts within Gerent’s manufacturing practice, helping develop key solutions for companies large and small alike.Adeolu Oyeyinka, Senior Solution Consultant, Manufacturing, Energy, and Automotive, GerentAde’s combination of software implementation experience and a prior hands-on engineering background gives him a unique insight into the work that goes into making tech solutions happen. That expertise helps him work with clients in the manufacturing space as one of Gerent’s senior solution architects.Sam Musa, Solution Architect, Manufacturing, Energy, and Automotive, GerentWith 20 years in the tech industry, Sam’s background includes solution architecture, project management, and nearly eight years of Salesforce consulting experience. That combination of skills allows him to confidently step between roles to help manufacturing companies address common pain points and improve processes.