The She Means Business Podcast

A disciplined approach to your career with Kelly Olsen

Gail Banack & Ilana Santone Season 1 Episode 2

Kelly Olsen, Chief Operating Officer at Arcana, shares her career journey and experiences in luxury retail, consulting, and the cannabis industry. She discusses her involvement with Lean In Canada and the impact it had on her career. Kelly emphasizes the importance of clear personal priorities, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and knowing when to balance extracurricular activities with work. She advises younger professionals to stay curious and be aware of opportunities within their own organization and network and emphasizes the value of building and nurturing a network over time. She also highlights the importance of discipline in making deliberate choices and allocating time effectively.

Takeaways

  • Maintaining clear personal priorities, such as health and well-being, is crucial for managing a successful career and personal life.
  • Extracurricular activities, like volunteering and expanding one's network, can have a positive impact on career growth and development. Stay curious and be aware of opportunities within your organization and network.
  • Build and nurture your network over time.
  • Make deliberate choices and allocate your time effectively.
  • Embrace growth and be open to new opportunities.

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