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Ask Christa! is the place where you can ask questions about how to work through business challenges and workplace issues. Each episode focuses on one common question and offers additional resources to learn more. Ask Christa! Business Questions, Straight Answers, Real Impact © 2025 Christa Dhimo in partnership with Impono LLC and 21st Century Strategies. Ask Christa! has a pending Trademark. All Rights Reserved.
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Ask Christa! Strategy Series (2/3): HELP!! I Don't Know My Company's Strategy!!! (S1E9)
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Summary In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the common concern of employees feeling that there is no clear strategy within their organizations. She discusses the importance of understanding what constitutes a strategy, how to identify existing strategies, and the steps employees can take to engage with leadership about strategi…
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Ask Christa! Strategy Series (1/3): What is STRATEGY?? (S1E8)
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Summary In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo explores the concept of strategy in organizations, emphasizing its importance in achieving goals and navigating uncertainties. She discusses the common misconceptions of strategy as well as how many small and mid-sized companies lack clear strategies and the implications of this on their operat…
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Ask Christa! How Do I Raise My Freelance Rates (without chickening out!)? (S1E7)
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Summary In this conversation, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenges freelancers face when considering raising their rates. She emphasizes the importance of viewing oneself as a business, mindset, preparation, and effective communication strategies to navigate these discussions with clients. Christa provides practical advice on how to overcome fear…
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Ask Christa! Humility or Imposter Syndrome? (S1E6)
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Summary In this episode of Ask Christa, Christa Dhimo explores the complexities of imposter syndrome—which is actually and originally called imposter phenomenon—and humility. She distinguishes between the two concepts, explaining that imposter phenomenon is a feeling of self-doubt regarding one's achievements, often attributing success to external …
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Ask Christa! How Do I Startup a Business? (S1E5)
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Summary In this episode of Ask Christa, Christa Dhimo discusses the essential steps to starting a business, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's feelings about and commitment to the business idea, creating a strong foundation, and utilizing available resources. She highlights the various funding options and the significance of addressi…
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Ask Christa! Adapting to Change as a SUPERPOWER!!! (S1E4)
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Summary In this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenges of managing necessary changes in the workplace. She emphasizes the discomfort that often accompanies change and offers strategies for reframing our approach to it. By focusing on adaptation rather than mere handling of change, individuals can find stability and growth opportunities. Ch…
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Ask Christa! Do All Startups Need Advisors? (S1E3)
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Summary In this episode of Ask Christa, Christa Dhimo discusses the critical role of advisors for early-stage startups. She emphasizes that all businesses, even those just starting out, can benefit from having advisors who provide honest and supportive assessments. Effective advisors help founders navigate the complexities of transforming ideas int…
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Ask Christa! Fear of Making Mistakes as a Source of POWER! (S1E2)
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Summary In this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses the fear of making mistakes when stepping out of comfort zones, particularly in new job roles and promotions. She emphasizes the personal nature of fear and encourages listeners to value it as a perspective rather than a hindrance. Christa provides practical tips for reframing fear and mistakes as op…
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Ask Christa! Forget About Inspiration-- Learn How to MOTIVATE!!! (S1E1)
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Summary In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenge of inspiring a team when one lacks the energy to do so. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between inspiration and motivation, advocating for a shift in focus from being an inspirational leader to a motivating one. Christa discusses the signifi…
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Ask Christa! Season 1 Preview (April 20th Launch!!)
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Hi everyone, and welcome to the season one preview of Ask Christa! the place where you can ask questions about how to work through business challenges and workplace issues. I’m Christa Dhimo, and our first season hits on a few big themes, and managing and leading in an organization takes up a lot of space, which I love. I offer answers to questions…
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Ask Christa! Trailer (coming in April 2025!)
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Hi everyone and welcome to Ask Christa! the place where you can ask questions about how to work through business challenges and workplace issues, like starting and scaling a business, developing your career at any stage and growing skills as a professional and as a person too. I'm Christa Dhimo and after decades of getting through a lot of differen…
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