Why Listen: If you’ve felt like a misfit inside the corporate world.
How do generalists find their place in the corporate world, or do they? Erin Patchell, Owner of Positivist Group and Co-Founder of Clüdee, and I share our journeys of corporate life to entrepreneurship. We dive into the unique value generalists bring and how both they and their leaders can navigate the corporate landscape successfully. Erin offers insightful tips for generalists to flourish and for organizations to harness their diverse skills effectively.
Conversation Highlights
- Mentorship Importance: Generalists benefit significantly from having mentors who can guide them in leveraging their diverse skill sets effectively within an organization.
- Cultivating Patience: Developing patience is crucial for generalists to understand the broader context of their roles and how they fit into the larger organizational picture.
- Self-Confidence: Building self-confidence is essential for generalists to navigate their unique path in organizations and advocate for the value they bring.
- Leadership Understanding: It’s important for leadership to recognize the value of generalists and how their broad skill sets can contribute to innovative problem-solving and filling gaps in teams.
- Entrepreneurship: Erin and Julie explored the reasons why generalists might lean towards entrepreneurship, including a lack of fit in traditional corporate structures and the desire for a more inclusive environment.
Erin Patchell is a seasoned social entrepreneur, certified business coach and the owner of Positivist Group, a strategic consulting firm that helps values-driven organizations plan their growth, design their culture and manage change.
Erin’s distinct approach hinges on building trust-based relationships and fostering environments that balance authenticity, creativity and structure. With her support, colleagues and clients alike are empowered to test and learn what they really need to reach their business goals and achieve both purpose and profit.
LinkedIn: Erin Patchell
Website: Positivist Group
Website: Clüdee