Based on my past work experiences, generate three small career experiments that align with my background, skills, and interests. Each experiment should follow a low-risk prototype approach and be designed to test a potential career path as a fit for my future career. The scope and complexity of the experiments should be scaled with my past experience (ie if I have a great deal of experience in a given area, the experiments can be more complex). Two of the experiments should be related to my current experiences (example: if I’m currently a student in business administration at Memorial University, suggest an experiment that I can do with my classmates or within Memorial University). Root these two experiments intimately with my current experiences. The third experiment can be more speculative.
For each experiment, include:
An estimated timeframe (where the average timeline is 1 week) e.g., 3 hours, 2 weeks) Actions (clear, concise steps to complete the experiment) Learning goals (three learning outcomes I hope to get from the experiment) Career Fit Indicators (a set of three reflection questions for me to consider after the experiment, to identify aspects of the experiment that suggest this path is a good fit for me (e.g., Did I feel energized by the work? Did I enjoy solving the types of problems involved?)) Skills tested (choose only from the skills I have demonstrated in past experiences and the skills required at various stages of the career path) The experiments should be practical, achievable, and insightful in helping me determine my next steps in my work.
The career path is described as:
Career Path: The Strategic Innovator.
Description: Drive organizational growth by integrating cutting-edge innovations and fostering strategic efficiency..
Stages within this Career Path: Stage: Innovation Project Manager.
Time in this Stage: 1-2 years.
Description: Lead small to medium-sized projects aimed at implementing innovative solutions within an organization. Manage cross-functional teams to develop prototypes and pilot programs, focusing on enhancing business efficiency and process optimization through technology integration, like AI and advanced analytics..
How it builds off previous stages: Leverage past roles as a Business Efficiencies Consultant and your experience with AI at Morning Strategy to innovate within structured environments..
Skills Required: .
Suggestions for Progression: Attend workshops and seminars in innovation management and agile methodologies. Network with innovation leaders via platforms like LinkedIn to gather insights and position yourself as a leader in this space.., Stage: Change Management Consultant.
Time in this Stage: 2-3 years.
Description: Transition to a consultant role focusing on organization-wide change management projects. Guide and influence senior leadership on strategic changes, building on strategic flexibility and empowering efficiency through AI-driven processes..
How it builds off previous stages: Utilize project management and innovation experience to meet organizational needs for adaptability and efficiency..
Skills Required: .
Suggestions for Progression: Participate in thought leadership circles or forums; publish articles or present on change management at conferences to gain credibility in the consulting space.., Stage: Chief Innovation Officer (CIO).
Time in this Stage: 3-5 years.
Description: Drive the innovation agenda at an executive level, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. Create and maintain an innovation ecosystem that fosters new ideas and technologies while managing risks..
How it builds off previous stages: Apply extensive strategic planning, process improvement, and previous leadership experiences to innovate at an organizational level..
Skills Required: .
Suggestions for Progression: Secure memberships in executive innovation councils or join boards of related startups. This supplements hands-on experience with strategic insights from various industries...
My past experiences are described as:
Experience Title: Founder & Principal (Morning Strategy) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2022.
End Date: Jun 24, 2025.
Description: -**Responsibilities/Key Activities**:
- Own and operate a consultancy focused on enhancing business efficiency and process optimization.
- Roles held include Director of Client Success, Head of Delivery, and Head of Partnerships for an efficiency training platform.
- Developed and implemented key performance indicators for revenue maximization.
- Created and automated systems using AI, reducing operational workload from 3 FTEs to 1 FTE.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by mapping client pain points to tailored training outcomes.
- Designed and implemented tools for asset and facility inspection to improve municipal process management.
- Developed a procurement system using feedback loops for vendor performance.
- Established an organizational policy and knowledge base for a national non-profit, improving staff efficiency and compliance.
- Designed and released an award-winning AI-supported process management tool, recognized at the 2023 Innovations in Knowledge Organisation conference..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): 8.
Notes on the energy gaining vs draining: love facilitating workshops, client projects, always something new.
Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ., Experience Title: Business Efficiencies Consultant (Toronto Transit Commission) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2021.
End Date: Jan 1, 2022.
Description: **Title:** Business Efficiencies Consultant
**Organization:** Toronto Transit Commission
**Location:** Toronto, ON
**Dates:** 2021 – 2022
**Key Responsibilities and Achievements:**
- Led internal teams through major change initiatives to align with corporate objectives and best practices for process management.
- Developed and managed project plans, covering scope, timeline, and cost, to ensure deliverables were met.
- Served as an advisor and intermediary among internal leadership, external consultants, unionized staff, and vendors.
- Created a cross-departmental RFP focused on conducting a facilities and policy audit for vehicles and infrastructure.
- Managed the overhaul of streetcar maintenance and vendor management processes.
- Optimized processes related to cash counting and collection, resulting in reduced processing time and a 50% reduction in staffing costs..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
Notes on the energy gaining vs draining: .
Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , , , , , , ., Experience Title: Coordinator - Secretariat Services (Toronto Transit Commission) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2019.
End Date: Jan 1, 2021.
Description: **Position Title:** Coordinator - Secretariat Services (Clerk’s Office)
**Organization Name:** Toronto Transit Commission
**Dates:** 2019 – 2021
**Responsibilities and Achievements:**
- Facilitated communication and provided effective board reports and agendas by liaising with City Councillors, leadership, and staff.
- Offered strategic advice to the Director on improving board reporting, understanding stakeholder needs, and business requirements.
- Contributed to redesigning the board reporting process, which involved:
- Collecting and analyzing performance data.
- Conducting interviews with staff and process mapping.
- Identifying business impacts and core problems.
- Developing solutions and advocating for stakeholder collaboration.
- Created the first Secretariat Services Board Meeting SOP, aiming to optimize the role in managing Board meetings and minimize corporate risk, errors, and waste.
- Enhanced public communication processes by introducing a deputation request intake form, standardizing staff responses, and updating website content.
- Suggested improvements to intergovernmental relations through:
- Conducting research.
- Drafting a revised protocol to document and visualize intergovernmental issues and relationships..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
Notes on the energy gaining vs draining: .
Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , , , , , , , , ., Experience Title: Clerk and Manager of Policy (Toronto and Region Conservation Authority) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2018.
End Date: Dec 31, 2018.
Description: **Descriptive Information Regarding Experience:**
- **Title:** Clerk and Manager of Policy
- **Organization:** Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
- **Location:** Vaughan, ON
- **Year:** 2019
**Responsibilities and Achievements:**
- Optimized management of board meetings and overhauled the corporate policy program.
- Provided strategic and procedural advice to the Board of Directors (28 members), Executive team, and staff.
- Managed board meeting and internal committee processes.
- Enhanced use of the meeting management software:
- Introduced metrics for report tracking.
- Automated workflows.
- Reduced time to prepare agendas.
- Improved staff user experience.
- Redesigned the corporate policy framework to align CEO/CFOO mandates with staff needs and mitigate risk:
- Identified policy and process challenges, gaps, and areas for improvement by working with staff.
- Developed a policy framework in consultation with key stakeholders.
- Planned, recruited, and managed a cross-departmental policy review committee.
- Collaborated with IT to introduce software tools for policy management and development..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
Notes on the energy gaining vs draining: .
Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ., Experience Title: Chief Administrative Officer and Legislative Clerk (Municipality of Magnetawan) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2015.
End Date: Jan 1, 2018.
Description: - **Title**: Chief Administrative Officer and Legislative Clerk
- **Organization**: Municipality of Magnetawan
- **Location**: Magnetawan, ON
- **Dates**: 2015 to 2018
**Responsibilities and Achievements**:
- Advised Council and led the leadership team and unionized workforce, focusing on improving customer service, managing corporate risk, updating legacy processes and technology, building partnerships with neighboring municipalities and government, and enhancing financial and strategic planning.
- Acted as Clerk, Chief Returning Officer, Head of Records & Privacy, and Committees Coordinator.
- Served as project manager for facilities renewal, managing the purchase and redevelopment of a nine-hectare commercial/business/recreation park, and overseeing community center renovation under a federal funding agreement.
- Developed a metrics- and data-driven asset management program through public consultation.
- Enhanced public works issue intake, tracking, and resolution by standardizing resident feedback documentation and linking issues with work schedules and the asset management database.
- As Community Emergency Management Coordinator, developed and stewarded the emergency management plan and HIRA, and organized tabletop training sessions for staff, Council, and stakeholders.
- Championed the formation of a Regional Economic Development Department by building relationships between 14 municipalities and government representatives, analyzing data to draft agreements and funding applications, preparing budgets and reports, and advising Councils and staff..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
Notes on the energy gaining vs draining: .
Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ., Experience Title: Deputy Clerk (Township of Ryerson) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2013.
End Date: Jan 1, 2015.
Description: **Title:** Deputy Clerk
**Organization:** Township of Ryerson
**Location:** Burk’s Falls, ON
**Dates:** 2013 to 2015
**Responsibilities and Achievements:**
- Advised and supported the Chief Administrative Officer and Council with procedural, financial, and strategic guidance and policy development.
- Secured new provincial infrastructure funding by updating the internal application process, designing and undertaking a data collection and analysis program, and drafting successful funding applications..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
Notes on the energy gaining vs draining: .
Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , , , , , ., Experience Title: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (University of Toronto) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2021.
End Date: Jan 1, 2021.
Description: - Title of Experience: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Organization: University of Toronto
- Location: Toronto, Ontario
- Date Achieved: 2021.
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , ., Experience Title: Business Innovation Certificate Program – Courses 1 & 2 (University of Toronto) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2018.
End Date: Jan 1, 2018.
Description: - **Title**: Business Innovation Certificate Program – Courses 1 & 2
- **Organization**: University of Toronto
- **Date**: 2018.
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: ., Experience Title: Human-Centred Design for Community Change (Tamarack Institute) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2018.
End Date: Jan 1, 2018.
Description: - **Experience Title:** Human-Centred Design for Community Change
- **Organization Name:** Tamarack Institute
- **Location:** Guelph, ON
- **Date:** 2018.
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , ., Experience Title: Municipal Administration Program – Units 1, 2 & 3 (AMCTO) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2016.
End Date: Jan 1, 2018.
Description: **Experience Title**: Municipal Administration Program – Units 1, 2 & 3
**Organization Name**: AMCTO (Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario)
**Dates**: 2016 - 2018
The experience is listed under the Education section, and no detailed descriptions of responsibilities or achievements are provided for this coursework..
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: ., Experience Title: Municipal Law Program - Unit 1 (AMCTO) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2014.
End Date: Jan 1, 2014.
Description: **Title**: Municipal Law Program - Unit 1
**Organization**: AMCTO (Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario)
**Date**: 2014.
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , ., Experience Title: M.Sc. Environmental and Life Sciences (Trent University) .
Start Date: Jan 1, 2011.
End Date: Jan 1, 2012.
Description: - **Experience Title**: M.Sc. Environmental and Life Sciences
- **Institution**: Trent University
- **Location**: Peterborough, ON
- **Year of Experience**: 2011
- **Status**: Withdrew with permission.
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: ., Experience Title: B.Sc. (Hons) Geography (Trent University).
Start Date: Sep 1, 2004.
End Date: Jan 1, 2008.
Description: - **Degree Title**: B.Sc. (Hons) Geography
- **Institution**: Trent University
- **Location**: Peterborough, ON
- **Completion Year**: 2008.
On a scale from 0-10 was this an energy gaining or draining experience (where 10 is defined as Completely Gaining, Pure flow state! Left me buzzing with energy and excitement): .
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Skills Demonstrated / Developed: , , , , , , .