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In this episode of the “Growing Our Future” podcast, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Carissa Jones, a Strategic Account Manager at BASF. Carissa shares her journey from a non-traditional agricultural background to her current role, emphasizing the importance of initiative, learning from setbacks, and developing soft skills through FFA involvement. She highlights networking, effective communication, and being coachable as key to success in any career. Aaron and Carissa underscore the value of FFA in cultivating essential skills and offering practical advice for listeners navigating their own career paths.
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Story Notes:
- Karissa’s Journey at BASF
- Philanthropy and Leadership
- Importance of Networking
- Effective Communication
- Coachability and Leadership
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