Career Small Talk: Work | Play | Build

Taking the First Step from Idea to Action


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Join Coach Subha Chandrasekaran as she introduces this season's focus on the non-linear nature of career growth. Whether you're a mid-management professional, a leader in transition, or someone early in your career looking to accelerate your growth, this season is designed to provide you with actionable insights and inspiration.


In this conversation, Subha and Hasita discuss the challenges of turning ideas into action and the importance of using tools and frameworks to clarify thinking and problem-solving. They highlight the value of tools like the five whys, SWOT analysis, and the blue ocean strategy in identifying opportunities and addressing challenges. They also emphasize the benefits of using AI-powered tools like chat GPT to facilitate introspection and generate insights. The conversation concludes with the idea of involving teams in problem-solving and the importance of taking the first step and embracing uncertainty.


Chapters


00:22 Becoming a Certified Stress and Rescue Diver

01:22 The Stuckness before Moving Forward

05:10 Using Tools to Bridge the Gap

09:16 The Power of Asking Why

10:47 Breaking Down Problems with Tools

12:03 Simplifying at the Expense of Everything Else

14:03 The Importance of Clarifying Thinking

19:18 The Value of AI-Powered Tools

21:42 Embracing Uncertainty and Exploring New Pathways


What You’ll Learn:

  • Use tools and frameworks like the five whys, SWOT analysis, and the blue ocean strategy to clarify thinking and problem-solving.
  • AI-powered tools like chat GPT can provide valuable insights and facilitate introspection.
  • Involve teams in problem-solving to gain diverse perspectives and generate innovative solutions.
  • Embrace uncertainty and take the first step towards turning ideas into action.



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    *Keywords:* Careers, Career Growth, Leadership, Professional Development, Skill Building, Big Picture Thinking, Strategic Visioning, Career Transitions, Resilience, Mindful Leadership, Career podcast, podcast, coaching podcast

    *Episode Tags:* turning ideas into action, tools and frameworks, problem-solving, five whys, SWOT analysis, blue ocean strategy, AI-powered tools, chat GPT, involving teams, embracing uncertainty

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