Kalem Wight

I often get pulled out of my tasks throughout the day and have a very hard time trying to loop back to them after starting something else, or going to a meeting. So, I typically work after hours to give myself the time and uninterrupted space to work.

As a new and growing manager, I would really like to start improving my core skills in leadership, mentorship, project management, and clear communication. Ive grown into management roles previously, and I often find that internally promoted managers receive very little training or coaching on how to manage a team or individuals. As we are seen to be fine since we excelled at our previous staff roles. Yet, these skills do not transfer into what is required to build and grow a team.

I like feeling as though I am accomplishing something or helping others with my time.

Ghosting messages for a while, changing my status and taking a break.

When I am stressed its often due to being overwhelmed with tasks. To help, reach out and see if there is something you could do, or lend a hand with. Understanding that I need to take the time to not reply, and gather my thoughts.

I learn best by trying myself and exploring. Running into a wall, and learning how to get around it myself is very satisfying, and that process is then stuck.

I like to watch tik tok, listen to music, and go for a walk in the forest.

Usually I am terrible at finding time to relax, and often associate work at home with relaxing (such as cleaning or tidying up). Though I have recently realized that to truly relax, you need to shut off for a bit.

I just like doing things. When I have a task, and I can complete it or iterate on it and see the progress. That is always a motivator for me.

My philosophy is "if you dont say anything to the person, you cant complain about the problem". I always try to ask for how I can improve, where I can be a better manager, or how I might approach something differently. When provided with feedback, I always take it to heart and try to correct my actions as soon as possible (if it makes sense to).

I always like to approach as many scenarios with an open unbiased mind, often trying to look at it from the other point of view, or ready to provide my insight or thoughts if asked for.

Check in and have a chat! I love talking with others :)