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The Organized Chaos Café
Hosted by B Chan · EN
Welcome to the Cafe! This is where I host casual, no-filter conversations exploring how people from all walks of life — different industries, roles, and backgrounds — connect back to the world of project leadership. Fresh perspectives, unexpected insights, and real talk to spark new ideas for project leaders looking beyond the usual playbook to influence how we think and what we do. Bring your coffee and listen in!
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Ep 50: Christina Somerville - Building Connections, The Art of Networking
Feb 26, 202500:31:48Tap to summarizeLet's get networking!In this episode of the Organized Chaos Cafe, Christina Somerville shares her insights on building professional connectionsChristina, who has over a decade of networking experience, provides valuable advice on how to leverage networking for career development and job opportunities.The discussion covers starting with familiar connections, the importance of giving before asking, and how to navigate networking both virtually and in-person. Christina also shares her personal journey of moving back to the U.S. after taking an eight-month sabbatical, and building a robust network that accelerated her career as a project manager. Tune in to learn actionable tips and strategies for effective networking!Want to connect with Christina and get your networking tips?LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinasomerville/Website: https://www.christinasomerville.com/ 00:30 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:57 The Importance of Networking03:13 Christina's Sabbatical Journey04:54 Building a Network from Scratch07:52 Effective Networking Strategies22:38 Virtual vs. In-Person Networking27:11 Networking for Project Managers29:52 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Book Review: Crucial Conversations
Jan 31, 2022Tap to summarizeEveryone has come across situations where they should speak up but didn't or go into debates that turned into uncomfortable arguments. Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler provides a unique and practical look into how to enhance our ability to communicate and carry out these crucial conversations. Here's my quick review of the book!
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