Listen "Episode 4: Effective Time Management for PR Professionals"
Episode Synopsis
Episode 4 is a professional development episode centered around Molly Gallatin, Vice President of Communications for 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.Molly shares her journey to her current role, the unique challenges of managing timelines for large events, and the importance of simplifying complex information for effective communication. We all can strive to be more like Molly: she discusses the significance of people-centric leadership, the balance between perfection and timeliness in decision-making, and the importance of effective meeting management. Throughout the discussion, she shares insights on how to navigate challenges and prioritize relationships in a demanding work environment. ****Some listener takeaways should you tune-in:1. Pressing pause can enhance productivity and strategic thinking.2. Perfectionism can hinder progress; sometimes it's better to just be done.3. Building a personal brand is vital in the competitive sports industry.4. Being present and nurturing relationships is key to long-term success.5. Diversity in thought is as important as diversity in appearance.Notable Timestamps:00:00: Introduction to Effective Time Management01:29: Molly's Journey to Special Olympics05:52: Understanding the Unique Timeline of Events10:28: Shifting Mindsets in Sports Communication15:25: Navigating Governance and Communication Challenges20:17: Simplifying Complex Information for Effective Communication23:25: The Importance of Pressing Pause24:42: The Importance of People-Centric Leadership27:16: Balancing Perfection and Timeliness30:42: Effective Meeting Management33:11: The Power of Saying No39:16: Agility in Time Management42:17: Building Your Personal Brand in Sports
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