CHLOE's FEBRUARY reflection
What’s one piece of constructive criticism you received during your time at YRES that changed your perspective or approach? How did you implement it?
During my first two months at YRES, I received valuable constructive feedback on creating promotional materials. Specifically, I was advised on the importance of adhering to the organization’s branding guidelines, including color palettes, design elements, and font choices.
This feedback significantly shifted my perspective. While my role isn’t explicitly marketing-focused, I recognized the importance of applying these principles to ensure consistent and effective communication. It challenged me to adopt a more strategic, marketing-oriented mindset in my work. To implement this, I meticulously reviewed the branding guidelines, studied successful promotional examples, and proactively sought feedback on my subsequent designs.
While I appreciate the positive feedback I’ve received so far, I’m eager to continue growing and developing my skills. Since I’m still in the early stages of my tenure, I believe more frequent constructive criticism would be immensely beneficial. Rather than having to seek it out myself, I would welcome a more proactive approach from colleagues and supervisors in providing feedback. This would help me identify areas for improvement more efficiently and contribute more effectively to the team.
What’s a “small win” you accomplished recently that made a big difference in your confidence or productivity?
A significant ‘small win’ I achieved recently was securing the first five NPO registrations for the Toronto Volunteer Convention. This accomplishment was a major confidence booster, validating the planning efforts I’ve put in so far. When I first began planning, I was unsure how well the convention would be received, and these early registrations provided crucial reassurance. It affirmed that the convention will be a rewarding experience, fueling my productivity and enthusiasm moving forward. Seeing these organizations commit to participating demonstrated that the event’s value proposition resonated with them. This early success gave me a renewed sense of purpose and a stronger drive to ensure the convention’s overall success, knowing that we are on the right track.
If your first two months at YRES were a TV show, what would the title be and what genre would it fall under?
“Decoding the Plus: A Glitch in the System”, this show would be a comedic psychological thriller/mystery with a touch of sci-fi, capturing the twists, turns, and unexpected surprises of the first two months of working at YRES.
