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Ocean is one of our Project Specialists. She enjoys hands-on activities in different kinds and scales of project; and builds her own methodology for handling different challenges from work.

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<blockquote><p>"If you think you can, you can."</p></blockquote><p>But what if you doubt your capability or lack confidence? How do you keep going? Sometimes, the trust of others can make a huge influence. When they believe in you, you try to make it happen. Ultimately, you complete the task, gain experience and knowledge, and your confidence grows as well. This is the story of KaKa, a Project Manager at GreenTomato, who has demonstrated the power of trust and determination in her journey here.</p><p>KaKa joined GreenTomato 6 years ago. Before that, she was working in non-technology fields. However, she quickly became familiar with her team, her work, and our company. Over the past 6 years, she has faced numerous challenges. The unwavering support and trust from her supervisor, Sammy, have been crucial to her growth at GT. Sammy always trusts KaKa's competence and potential, giving her opportunities to handle projects of different scales and varying complexity. Entrusted by Sammy, she helped the team recruit new members. Today, KaKa not only excels in her own projects but also manages and guides new team members to build a stronger Project Business Development Team. As the saying goes, "When you can teach others, it proves that you truly master that knowledge and skills."</p><h3>The Importance of Mentorship and Support in KaKa's Career</h3><p><img src="https://gt-terraform-web-s3-prod.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/Kaka_01_cfd036a893.jpeg" alt="Kaka_01.jpeg" srcset="https://gt-terraform-web-s3-prod.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/thumbnail_Kaka_01_cfd036a893.jpeg 245w,https://gt-terraform-web-s3-prod.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/small_Kaka_01_cfd036a893.jpeg 500w,https://gt-terraform-web-s3-prod.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/medium_Kaka_01_cfd036a893.jpeg 750w,https://gt-terraform-web-s3-prod.s3.ap-east-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/large_Kaka_01_cfd036a893.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></p><p>We can recognize that KaKa is a tenacious worker who takes ownership of her work. Even when she has no prior experience in specific tasks as a new joiner, such as pitching to clients or managing technical processes in projects, she always strives to tackle them. Whenever she feels uncertain about herself, she consults with Sammy and discusses with her teammates, who always help her identify solutions, listen actively, and show their support. Having companions who believe in her abilities has been vital to KaKa's achievement, but her own determination and grit have played a significant role as well.</p><h3>Managing Large-Scale Projects with Composure and Confidence</h3><p>Risk management and resilience are inevitable in every project. As a Project Manager, KaKa always faces challenges concerning timelines, budgets, and resources. After years of project management experience, KaKa has become proficient in the procedures and is able to remain composed when facing challenges. Notably, teamwork plays a pivotal role in KaKa's growth. She has developed a strong rapport with her teammates, familiarizing herself with their strengths and capabilities, and allowing them to efficiently cope with issues.</p><h3>Open Doors and Open Minds</h3><p>The culture and communication environment at GT is another reason that has motivated KaKa to stay for years. As GTers, we can easily reach out to company directors and C-suite executives, and we are encouraged to voice our opinions. In turn, they also share their thoughts with us. They know KaKa well and are aware of her work ethic and aptitudes. They provide her with concrete guidance on how to improve herself, including soft skills such as communication, understanding clients' actual concerns and pain points, and delivering messages that hit the mark promptly.</p><p>We firmly believe that KaKa will achieve even greater success when she equips herself with both strong hard and soft skills in the project management field. If you're experiencing the change or breakthrough that KaKa did, you may find it helpful to reference her habit of jogging before working. Refreshing your body and mind in the morning, ticking off a task on your to-do list, and having a GREAT start to the day can boost your confidence and help you tackle upcoming tasks with ease. Yes, we think you can!</p>

But what if you doubt your capability or lack confidence? How do you keep going? Sometimes, the trust of others can make a huge influence. When they believe in you, you try to make it happen. Ultimately, you complete the task, gain experience and knowledge, and your confidence grows as well. This is the story of KaKa, a Project Manager at GreenTomato, who has demonstrated the power of trust and determination in her journey here.

Kaka specializes in project management with over 6 years of experience in the business development team at GreenTomato. As a tenacious worker who takes ownership of her work, Kaka embraces challenges with her agile and resilient characteristics while also maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

KaKa's 6 Years Journey at GreenTomato: The Power of Trust and Determination in Project Management