Description

Summary

In this conversation, Harriet Ruby from Thynk.cloud, discusses her career journey and the transition from working in a large company to a smaller startup. She shares her experience of overcoming imposter syndrome and reflects on a failure from her past. Harriet also recommends the book 'Diary of a First Time CMO' as a valuable resource for marketers. The conversation highlights the importance of mindset shifts and learning from mistakes. In this conversation, Harriet Ruby discusses various topics related to her career and personal experiences. She talks about the idea of writing a book and overcoming imposter syndrome. Harriet also shares the influence her dad and a lecturer had on her life. The conversation delves into making scary decisions and the importance of not settling for comfort. Harriet reflects on choosing a career path and the role of Think Cloud in the hospitality industry. The conversation concludes with a discussion on embracing change and being ready for new opportunities.

Takeaways

• Transitioning from a large company to a smaller startup can provide opportunities for career growth and the ability to shape an organization's strategy.
• Imposter syndrome is common, even for experienced professionals, but it can be overcome by recognizing one's accomplishments and embracing new challenges.
• Failures can lead to valuable life pivots and personal growth. It is important to learn from mistakes and make decisions based on personal growth rather than comfort.
• Books inspired by social media posts can provide practical and real-world advice, making them valuable resources for professionals in various industries. Don't let imposter syndrome hold you back from sharing your experiences and expertise.
• Personal influences, such as family members and mentors, can have a significant impact on your career and personal growth.
• Don't be afraid to make scary decisions and step out of your comfort zone.
• Choosing a career path may involve pivoting and exploring different options.
• Think Cloud offers support and resources for those interested in hospitality marketing and technology.
• Embrace change and be open to new opportunities, even if you're not fully ready.

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Career Journey

02:05 Transitioning to a Smaller Company

05:00 Challenges of Moving to a Smaller Team

09:45 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

10:48 Failure: Choosing the Wrong A Levels

19:03 Book Recommendation: Diary of a First Time CMO

23:39 Benefits of Books Inspired by Social Posts

26:29 Writing a Book and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

29:30 Personal Influences: Harriet's Dad and Lecturer

37:53 Making Scary Decisions

42:46 Choosing a Career Path

48:18 Harriet's Role and Think Cloud

53:33 Embracing Change and Being Ready