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A fun fact about me is…

I can play the alto saxophone but physically can't play the clarinet :(

I tried learning clarinet in grade 10 because the concert band needed more clarinet players, and there were already too many alto sax players. It was soon discovered that the combination of my naturally crooked fingers and my fingertips having essentially no fat in them made it next to impossible for me to cover the tone holes properly. My band director politely told me that some of the alto sax players had dropped out and that I could go back to my usual instrument.

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Most used emojis

Sara Herbert's most used emojis

I love all of the cat emojis with a passion but if I had to pick my top three they'd be :meow_tears:, :meow_cool_jazz:, and the og :meow-knife:

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The best environment for me is:

Working in office

Working in the office or even just around other people in a coffee shop is always the best for me. Being around people while I'm working helps keep me focused and productive because they help to provide some accountability for me. I've gotten much better at it but working from home in the early days was definitely a struggle!

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My happy place

Sara Herbert's happy place

Even though I've moved away from it my happy place still remains the Esquimalt Lagoon! I feel like most people who grew up on the Westshore would say this place holds a special place in their hearts. It was always the spot to meet up with friends or the spot to go if you needed half an hour to collect your thoughts. Times may change but the "goon" stays constant :)

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I'm energized at work by…

Coffee!!!

The caffeine boost itself is always minimal but my brain still firmly believes that coffee = productivity so I must have at least one french press a day.

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I like to get feedback when its given…

in the moment1:1face to facewith kindnesswith contextwith examples

Just be nice and not condescending above everything!

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Things that deeply motivate me…

Work to make the 🌎 a better placeBeing my most authentic self 🎨Creating a safe little nest 🐣Having a good time 🕺Having unique experiences ✨Working with people I love 🥰

These things motivate me in and outside of work. The world is tough so the least I can do is my best to make it as enjoyable as possible for myself and others.

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You will make my freakin day if you…

private praise / thank you!a dank MEMEsend me pet pics

I think I've only ever been sent a dank meme once (thanks Mia) but it definitely did make my day

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Me when sh*t hits the fan

Sara Herbert when sh*t hits the fan
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Personality type

INFP aka the Mediator
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My areas for growth

Maintains effective work life balanceStays composed throughout conflict or difficult situationsCollaborates effectively with teammates
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My core values

AchievementAuthenticityAdventureAutonomyBalanceFunCommunityFairnessHonestyHumorRespect