731: Tricia Katebini is a Partner & Runner [podcast]

Tricia Katebini shares how her passion for running began with playing soccer in her youth and grew into a central part of her life after college, especially once she became a mother. She describes how the camaraderie of the running community has helped her connect with lifelong friends, often revolving around group runs and destination races. Tricia notes that running taught her valuable lessons about perseverance and leadership, emphasizing the importance of not leaving anyone behind and bringing her team along at work. She highlights her firm's commitment to work-life balance, such as offering summer Fridays and actively monitoring for burnout to protect employees' well-being. Tricia encourages others to share their hobbies at work, pointing out that these connections foster deeper relationships and a stronger corporate culture. She believes everyone has multiple layers, and sharing those passions can help people feel seen and valued in their careers.

Episode Highlights

· Running started with playing soccer, became more serious in college, and later turned into a community activity after having a child.
. The running community fosters strong friendships and camaraderie, sometimes making race trips enjoyable even if the race itself is canceled.
· Experiences and mindset from running, such as perseverance and bringing others along, translate directly into leadership approaches at work.
. Sharing personal interests like running strengthens workplace connections and forms unique bonds with colleagues.

. Encouraging everyone to share and talk about their "And" opens up opportunities for connection and learning, as people are multi-layered and have much more to them than just their professional roles