Sprint-Zero Podcast - Power Platform, AI, Low Code, Consultancy & Neurodiversity
Sprint-Zero is a podcast by Jon Russell and Mike Gowland, Consultants at a Microsoft Partner, that explores the world of Low Code Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Consultancy. Join us for regular guest appearances from the Power Platform and AI communities, "Uncomfortable Corner", a discussion on everything new in the products we specialise in and for a good laugh or two.Episodes are typically every two weeks.Music graciously provided by KenLikeFit
Sprint-Zero Podcast - Power Platform, AI, Low Code, Consultancy & Neurodiversity
On the Pei Roll! - Guest: Pei Mun Lim
Summary
Pei Mun Lim, a mentor and coach in the consulting space, discusses the importance of active listening and the pitfalls consultants face when engaging with clients. She emphasizes the need to pause the urge to solutionize and instead focus on truly understanding the client's pain points. Pei also highlights the fear of failure in the consulting industry and how the use of AI tools can exacerbate this fear. She encourages consultants to learn from their mistakes and strive for wisdom in their work.
Takeaways
- Active listening is crucial in consulting to truly understand the client's needs and pain points.
- Consultants should pause the urge to solutionize and focus on listening and empathizing with the client.
- The consulting industry can be unforgiving when it comes to failure, leading to mental health issues.
- The use of AI tools can both help and hinder consultants, as they may provide quick solutions but lack context and nuance.
- Consultants should strive for wisdom in their work, learning from their mistakes and continuously educating themselves.
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