Meet the New New Boss: A.J.

This episode, narrated by James Sherrett, focuses on the challenges of adapting to new leadership. James recounts receiving an unexpected call from his boss, Allen Shim, Slack's CFO, informing him of his new boss, AJ. He shares his initial apprehensions, the strategic decision-making process, and the dynamics of working closely with AJ. Through detailed notes and reflections, James highlights the complexities of balancing immediate tasks with future planning in a rapidly growing startup. The narrative underscores the importance of adaptability, trust, and forward-thinking in thriving within a transformative company environment, and how these attributes did not come quickly or easily to James.

00:00 Introduction: A Slack Story by James Sherrett

00:21 The Unexpected Call

01:25 Meeting the New New Boss, AJ

02:05 Navigating Uncertainty

03:31 Reflecting on the Changes

05:10 Allen's Strategy and AJ's Role

07:10 Building the Team

07:53 AJ's Visit to Vancouver

09:08 Adapting to Change

12:34 Future Vision and Strategy

15:12 Conclusion: Lessons Maybe Learned

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