Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Melissa Aarskaug to discuss her diverse roles, including VP in the gaming industry, podcaster, and master networker. Melissa shares her unique path through engineering, leadership insights, and the importance of authentic growth and resilience.
She gives real life advice on how to transform challenges into opportunities, she emphasizes the importance of starting each day with self-care and fostering an environment where team members can thrive. Tune in for practical advice on embracing mistakes, cultivating joy, and leading with authenticity.
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Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:28 Melissa's Background and Education
03:45 Career Journey and Current Role
04:59 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
07:14 Leadership and Personal Growth
13:12 Creating Productive Joy
17:20 Challenges and Overcoming Bias
21:42 Podcast and Final Thoughts
25:10 Rapid Fire Questions
