In Episode 13 with guest Charles Ackerman, we explore consulting project challenges, identity with work, working modalities, and more.

Key Learnings:

• Learn about a common challenge in consulting: misalignment between the client + consulting partner, and what to do about it
• We also explore the value of deep work and how to set expectations with your teams and clients to get back time for creative thinking and brainstorming during your work day

Charles Ackerman has made a career figuring out what he wants to be when he grows up. A former film student, teacher, help desk manager, and project manager, Charles approaches problems the way mountaineers are always chasing the next summit. Naturally, when he turned to consulting more than five years ago, he never looked back. He currently serves as the Regional Head of Delivery for North America with VRP Consulting.

Connect with Charles on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-ackerman-833899a9/

Books mentioned in the show:

• Radical Candor
• How to win friends and influence people
• Crucial conversations
• 7 habits of highly effective people
• Deep Work
• Catching Fire/Stealing Fire