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Back to EpisodesWearing All the Hats: The Reality of Gaps in Startup Teams
Description
Sabrina Dhaliwal shares her unique career path from a Financial Analyst at the Canadian Coast Guard to Chief of Staff and Product Marketing Manager at a tech startup. She talks about landing her current job through a networking coffee chat, jumping into unexpected roles like head of marketing, and why learning quickly is key for Chiefs of Staff in fast-paced environments. The episode also covers work-life balance, building an 18-month roadmap, and the importance of community engagement for startups.
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Time Stamps:
00:29 PTO and Work-Life Balance
01:53 Sabrina's Career Journey Begins
02:58 Transition to Strategy Consulting
04:15 Joining Remo Three
05:30 Challenges and Adaptations in a Startup
13:25 Evolving Role and Future Plans
26:38 Advice for Aspiring Chiefs of Staff