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Show Notes for "Celebrating Three Years with Abby Peters"

[00:00] – Introduction

• Welcome and introduction to the Secret Ingredient podcast.
• Introduction of today’s guest: Abby Peters, Director of Operations at Digital Sandwich Agency.

[00:40] – Celebrating Three Years at Digital Sandwich

• Abby reflects on her three-year anniversary at Digital Sandwich.
• Discussion on why Abby has chosen to stay with the agency for this period of time.

[01:10] – Abby’s Journey and Growth

• Insight into Abby’s journey and experiences over the last three years.
• The changes and developments within the agency during her time there.

[01:29] – Job Hunting in 2020

• Abby shares her experience of job hunting during the challenging times of 2020.
• How she landed the job at Digital Sandwich and her initial impressions.

[01:49] – Transition from Retail to Digital Marketing

• Abby talks about her transition from working in retail to her role at Digital Sandwich.
• The learning curve and adjustments she had to make.

[02:03] – Reaching Out and Getting Hired

• The story of how Abby applied to Digital Sandwich and the hiring process.
• Initial interactions with the team and her decision to join.

[03:32] – State of Digital Sandwich at Hiring Time

• Discussion on the state of Digital Sandwich when Abby was hired.
• Insight into the agency’s size and aspirations for growth.

[03:37] – Early Days at the Agency

• Abby shares her initial impressions and experiences during her first year at Digital Sandwich.
• Reflection on the challenges and learning opportunities she encountered.

[03:44] – Need for Help and Growth

• Discussion on the early realization of needing more help to grow the agency.
• Abby’s role in this growth phase and her contributions to the agency.

[06:49] – Dealing with Challenges

• Discussion on overcoming challenges and maintaining a positive outlook.
• How the team at Digital Sandwich approaches problems and uncertainties.

[06:51] – Perspective and Historical Context

• Exploration of how people’s perspectives are shaped by their experiences and historical context.
• The importance of understanding and acknowledging these factors in professional settings.

[10:05] – Changing the Playbook and Work Processes

• Discussion on the need for more structured work processes at Digital Sandwich.
• Insights into the agency’s approach to constant evolution and improvement.

[10:08] – Balancing Flexibility and Structure

• Exploring the balance between having a flexible work environment and the need for more rigid structures.
• The ongoing process of tearing apart and rebuilding work processes for better efficiency.

[10:20] – Agency Culture and Fit

• Commentary on why Digital Sandwich’s unique work culture might not be suitable for everyone.
• The importance of adaptability and openness to change within the agency.
  

[13:26] – Continuous Improvement and Fine-Tuning

• Discussion on the ongoing process of improving and fine-tuning internal processes at Digital Sandwich.
• The role of small conversations and interactions in driving change and improvement within the agency.

[13:30] – Refining Processes and Services

• Insights into how the agency works on refining not just their processes, but also their services.
• The importance of looking back, evaluating, and making necessary adjustments for better service delivery.

[16:27] – Finding a Voice and Speaking Up

• Abby shares a moment of personal growth when she decided to speak up and share her thoughts.
• The impact of being vocal and expressing oneself in a professional setting.

[16:32] – Moments of Realization and Change

• Discussion about moments of realization and changing perspectives.
• How being more open and adaptable has influenced Abby’s approach to work and life.

[16:40] – Balancing Rigidity and Flexibility

• Exploration of finding the right balance between having a structured approach and being flexible to change.
• Abby’s journey in adapting her mindset and approach to challenges.

[19:26] – Reflecting on Past Experiences

• Discussion on the importance of reflection to understand past experiences and their impact.
• How getting to know each other better over time has enriched these reflections.

[19:36] – Learning and Growing Together

• Insight into the mutual process of learning and growing within the team.
• The realization that growth and understanding should be a shared journey.

[22:26] – Decision Making and Advocacy

• Discussion about a specific instance of decision-making within the team.
• How team members advocated for what they believed was the right course of action.

[22:31] – Passion and Experience Driving Change

• Insight into how personal passion and past experiences can drive change and influence decisions.
• The importance of listening to each other and valuing different perspectives.

[25:44] – Conclusion and Thanks