Iffat is back for week 2 and dives into a bunch of topics including career journeys, the significance of interpersonal relationships in the workplace, the dynamics of introversion and extroversion, and the impact of music on their lives. Iffat shares her experiences from her first job at an airport to her current role in pre-sales and AV, emphasizing the importance of people over content in work. They also discuss their favorite musicians and the essence of live performances, concluding with reflections on human nature and the importance of understanding others.
Takeaways
- Work is not real life; it's what funds your life.
- People are more important than the content of work.
- Introversion and extroversion can coexist in different contexts.
- Live music is a powerful experience that transcends the performance.
- Understanding human behavior is key to empathy and connection.
- Creativity in performances often goes unappreciated.
- Music has no nationality; it's a universal language.
- Friendships formed in early jobs can last a lifetime.
- As we age, we care less about being liked and more about the message.
- It's important to ask the real questions in conversations.
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ryan@higheredav.com
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Voiceovers by Chris Dechter:
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