What I'm like at work

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Amanda Brown

02/3/2023

1. Encouraging2. Curious3. Respectful

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My Achilles Heel is…

I can get lost in the details and lose sight of the big picture

You can help me stay focused by making scopes of work and intended outcomes clear, and nudging me when I start to swirl.

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When I'm stressed, you might notice me…

Be more adamant about saying “no” to new work

You’ll make my day by taking work off my plate where you can- I’ll return the favor when you’re on the other side!

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Epic work fails

Client proposed a brand video with Zach Galifinakis and I said sure

It was a terrible idea. Every tactic needs a strategy first.

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Teammates might misunderstand me as...

Scatter brained. I try to keep it all together!

I sometimes zero-in on irrelevant details and/or irrelevant big pictures without first thinking through their significance.

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Something that drives me crazy 😵‍💫 🤬

Gossiping. Let’s be impeccable with our word!

It’s not productive and only fills both ends of the gossip with negativity.

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Best way to get me excited about something

Show me how it’ll advance a new skill for me. I love learning.
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How I relax

An elaborate skin care routine, a good massage, a camping trip with friends

And a nap on the beach

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A fun fact about me is…

I studied Arabic for a few years 🇱🇧

I’m rusty now. But diving back in this year!

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I really admire teammates who are…

Proactive and enthusiastic

Proactivity frees up time for managers to focus on up-leveling instead of delegating. Being enthusiastic makes work fun!

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People who have impacted how I see the 🌍

Bob DylanIbram X KendiAJ LeonMustafa Ajlyakin

Whether friends, academics, mentors, or artists, I’m so grateful for the people who have expanded my worldview and challenged my opinions.

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Me when sh*t hits the fan

Amanda Brown when sh*t hits the fan

Work is work. It’s rarely an emergency!

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You can ask me about

Client managementSustainabilitywriting

Developing a narrative or story. Getting a client to like you. Breaking down sustainability topics into something easily digestible.

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My happy place

Amanda Brown's happy place

Palm trees, string lights, colorful skies, live music in the background.

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Outside of work, you'll find me...

Walk or hike in nature
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My favorite movie

The Godfather II
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My biggest fear

Having no meaning or being insignificant and mundane
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I work best as a…

Some mix of execution and strategy. I love doing tasks and the high-level strategy conversations.
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The best environment for me is:

time for deep work in the AMlots of in person collab
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I learn best by…

doing ithearing someone explain ittaking a course
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I'm energized at work by…

getting sh*t done.building stuffhelping others succeedjam sessions
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I like to get feedback when its given…

1:1with kindnesswith contextwith examples
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My core values

AuthenticityAdventureAutonomyFunCommunityCreativity
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What I'm like at work

EncouragingCuriousRespectful
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My areas for growth

Maintains clear long term vision that drives decision makingIntentional and strategic project planningMakes decisions promptly, even with uncertainty
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My superpowers

Maintains effective work life balanceInvests and is interested in personal and professional growthMotivated by making community/world impactCreates warm, caring relationships with teammatesManages feelings of self and others during conflict
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Things that deeply motivate me…

Work to make the 🌎 a better placeLearning as much as I can 🤓
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You will make my freakin day if you…

slack shoutouttake something off my plate