user manual
A guide for working with me effectively
Strengths
- •Deep focus on understanding complex systems and their interconnections
- •Strong cross-cultural communication from years living in Japan
- •Ability to bridge quantitative data with qualitative insights
Weaknesses
- •Can get lost in research rabbit holes and lose track of time
- •Sometimes overthink decisions when quick action is needed
- •May need reminders to take breaks during intensive work periods
I do my best work when...
- →Given clear objectives but autonomy in methodology
- →Working in focused blocks with minimal interruptions
- →Collaborating with people who value both data and narrative
- →The work has clear real-world impact on communities
You know I'm stressed when...
⚠I become unusually quiet or withdraw from conversations
⚠My responses become shorter and less detailed than usual
⚠I start working late into the night consistently
The best way to give me feedback is...
- 1.Be specific - Point to concrete examples rather than general impressions
- 2.Explain the why - I need to understand the reasoning behind suggestions
- 3.Give me time - I process feedback deeply and may need time to respond thoughtfully
- 4.Written is good - I appreciate having feedback in writing so I can reference it later