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Aug 2022
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100: Top 10 Questions About My Grant Wri...

Teresa Huff
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Top 10 Random Questions About My Grant Writing Career

A few weeks ago, I sat down and brainstormed a list of 10 random questions I thought you might enjoy hearing about. Then I promptly forgot about the list, so this episode gives you my off-the-cuff, unrehearsed answers!

I'll share things like:

  1. Weirdest grant application I've written
  2. Strangest client situation
  3. Most random grant request
  4. Biggest grant loss
  5. The office supply I can't live without
  6. What I like most about grant writing
  7. The biggest plot twist in my grant writing journey
  8. My favorite ways to unwind on an average day
  9. A couple of things I despise most
  10. Biggest lesson I've learned along the way
Challenge Question:

What's been the most valuable lesson so far in your career? I'd love to hear it! Connect with me over on LinkedIn or send me a message. And if you need more support, join me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer and let's get you moving!

If you enjoyed this episode, you can book a 1:1 strategy session with me at teresahuff.com/mentor. The world needs you out there making a difference!

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