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Joelle Kaufman

How I relax

Watch TV, talk with friends and family, go for a walk
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When I'm stressed, you might notice me…

be blunt or distracted in my communication

Call it by it's name - you seem stressed. Need a break?

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My Achilles Heel is…

I feel compelled to respond quickly to people - on slack, email, text.

Let me use do not disturb without judgment

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Teammates might misunderstand me as...

Distracted. I get a lot done in short bursts and then move to another task.

Just observing my own work day.

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Things I'd love to learn

I want to be better at ruthless prioritization and dedicated thinking time

Create a system with a feedback loop

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Things that deeply motivate me…

Getting things done ✅Being my most authentic self 🎨Running the show, being in charge ⚡️

Gives me pleasure - accomplishment driven. I'm good at leading people and I know who I am.

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The best environment for me is:

space for deep work in the PMzero back to back meetings

Let's me keep up and gives me time to produce

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I like to get feedback when its given…

in the momentwith kindnesswith contextwith examples

As soon as it happens is best

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My core values

AchievementAutonomyBalanceChallengeCreativityFairnessMeaningful WorkReputationRespectSuccess

They constitute what I think is a worthwhile life.

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

Wolverine footballdaughter laxdinner with husbandread

singing, exercising

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I learn best by…

doing itblocking time to do itpairing with a teammate

I believe in notetaking and note review

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You will make my freakin day if you…

slack shoutoutrespect my timeshare an idea

Come with ideas, not just problems

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My areas for growth

Intentional and strategic project planningManages feelings of self and others during conflictMotivated by making community/world impact

More well-rounded as an executive and more satisfaction from the work I do.

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My superpowers

Mentors and develops teammates for their growthFosters high performance teamworkPrioritizes common good over self-interestStays composed throughout conflict or difficult situationsClearly communicates purpose and vision

I love creating exceptional teams both for what they accomplish but also for what they make people feel about their own work and careers. Combining that with deliving products that improve people's lives and make an impact on a happier, healthier world inspires me.