Don't Ignore a Hunch
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In this episode of the "Growing Our Future" podcast, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Karissa Jones, a Strategic Account Manager at BASF. Karissa shares her journey from a non-traditional agricultural background to her current role, emphasizing the importance of initiative, learning from setbacks, and developing soft skills through FFA involvement. She highlights networking, effective communication, and being coachable as key to success in any career. Aaron and Karissa underscore the value of FFA in cultivating essential skills and offering practical advice for listeners navigating their own career paths.
Story Notes:
- Karissa's Journey at BASF
- Philanthropy and Leadership
- Importance of Networking
- Effective Communication
- Coachability and Leadership
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Chapters
1. Don't Ignore a Hunch (00:00:00)
2. Exploring Agricultural Leadership and Expertise (00:00:02)
3. Developing Competitive Skills Through FFA (00:14:29)
4. Importance of Public Speaking and Philanthropy (00:18:26)
5. Future Agriculture Career Skills (00:24:15)
6. Growing Our Future Podcast Message (00:37:08)
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