Tanya McGinnity

After a few conversations with folks in my circle, it’s clear that nobody knows what the frankenfurter I do.

I think much of this can be attributed to my love of multiple interests. I’m envious of people who are focused on one project, passion or priority and are known as “that guy who’s into 1950′s horror comic books” or “the girl who is really into SEO”. Me. I’m a hybrid. I’m a knowledge collector. I’m a digital channel surfer.

After being made redundant a while back, I started on a path of exploration away from digital project management (the blood that runs through my corporate veins) and into different roles that were emerging in digital culture. I helped to work on a community for the advertising industry. I was a Community Manager for a Montreal-based startup. I did a bit of consulting. I finally decided that my low-level of French was a hindrance so set out to take French Immersion classes every day and although I still have a ways to go, I’m much more confident in my ability to communicate and understand.

Now, full circle and I’m back doing digital project management. I think there are those people out there who are natural “deliverers”. Those who love the thrill of completing projects. It feels amazing to be back at it again and surrounded by a great team.

As for my personal interests, I’ve decided that I need to scale back on some of my activities. I’m waaaaayyyyy overcommitted.

Look for another blog post on this shortly.

I dare you not to cry.