Name: Sarah Ohanesian
Title/Company: Productivity Consultant
Chapter: Newtown Square, PA
Contact: sarah@so-productive.com or call (484) 318-1547
Q: Tell us about yourself. You're a member of the Newtown Square, PA chapter, where do you live?
I'm currently a productivity coach, speaker, and corporate trainer, but I was a chief marketing officer in my former career. I loved what I was doing but was stressed, burnt out, and overwhelmed. So, I created systems and processes to help my marketing team and realized I could help the world do the same. I live in Valley Forge, PA suburb of Philly. It's a hybrid area close to everything but secluded and serene, unlike where I grew up in Chicago. I found this area after I attended Villanova and never left.
Q: What is one thing everyone should do at least once in their lifetime?
Travel to an intimidating location that's outside your comfort zone. For example, a place with no cell phone service is exotic. Some of the impactful places I've been are the middle of the outback in Australia, remote areas of China, and rural areas of Guatemala.
Q: Did you choose your profession, or did it choose you?
It chose me for sure. I've always been a student of productivity but felt called to this profession and to share the gift.
Q: What goals are you working on now?
I'm professionally honing my craft of professional speaking. It's such a wonderful opportunity for learning and development. I strive to be world-class in an engaging way. Personally, I want to spend more time with people I love. I have an aging grandparent, just my lost father-in-law, and a 94-year-old grandparent. These life changes remind me how I need to work efficiently to maximize my time with loved ones.
Q: What do you like to do when not working?
I like to travel, spend time with friends and family, and love to get out in nature, especially go on long walks.
Q: How does your work connect you to The W Source network?
We're a newer chapter of Newtown Square in PA. I'm excited to be one of the first members. It's been wonderful to connect with women across different specialties. I also love getting instant feedback/gratification on things I'm working on at group meetings. That has been powerful! It's like finding friends in surprising places.
Q: What else would you like W Source members to know about you?
Productivity isn't one size fits all. Give yourself some grace. Seasons and goals change. Know that there is always room to do a little bit better. A little bit better is so much better than doing nothing at all. Meaning you should take small steps to win the race. I know The W Source actively uses Asana. I'm an Asana-certified pro. I can help businesses train and build their teams; Another resource (Hannah loves this) is that I've completed my Full Focus Planner certification. Feel free to have companies of any size reach out to help implement those types of productivity tools!
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