Significant Career Lesson From A Category Development Manager At The Wonderful Company
Evan, a Category Development Manager at The Wonderful Company, learned that direct communication is key to career success; the lesson emphasizes that a phone call, rather than a series of emails, is "nine times out of 10...easier" for resolving issues and fostering productive conversations, avoiding misunderstandings inherent in electronic communication.
Communication, Professional Development, Career Advice, Interpersonal Skills, Effective Communication
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Evan Reed
Category Development Manager
The Wonderful Company
University of Arizona 2014
University of Southern California MBA 2019
Marketing
Food, Beverages & Alcohol
Communication and Marketing
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Picking up the phone and speaking directly to someone is often more efficient and effective than emailing.
2. Misunderstandings are common in electronic communication, leading to lost time and translation issues.
3. Direct communication improves clarity and collaboration, leading to better outcomes faster
Transcript
What is one lesson that you've learned that's proven significant for you?
One of the biggest lessons I've learned is that nine times out of ten, it's easier to talk to someone on the phone rather than send a long trail of emails. A lot of things get lost in translation with electronic communication.
People can misunderstand the type of language you're using, even if you're both English speakers. Many things go unsaid.
I've had many productive conversations by saving people the email and just calling them. I'll ask how they'd like something done or what they think about a particular item. More often than not, it's easier to communicate like that.