Minessa Konecky is a trailblazer in reshaping work culture, infusing joy and fulfillment into the heart of professional life by optimizing efficiency flows. With over 20 years of expertise in research administration, they are a seasoned strategist who passionately empowers others through their innovative “Commitment to Clockout” series on YouTube. Their passion lies in harmonizing the life cycle management of research awards with work-life integration. As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community with deep Desi roots, Minessa embodies diversity and empathy in every endeavor. They currently reside with their wife Alex, and 3 dogs in a seaside cottage in Plymouth, MA on unceded and occupied lands of the Wampanoag people.

During this episode, we chat about:

• Minessa’s career in research administration
• Being the “fairy grantmother”
• What pushed them to close down their business, take a year off, and start over again
• Different ways people can work with Minessa
• The importance of a local community to them
• How they play a role as a big connector for small business owners
• Minessa’s involvement in the South Shore Women’s Business Network and South Shore Conference for Women

And more. Tune into this episode as we dive into all things research administration, community, and purpose!

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