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Paul Sheane

What lessons have you learned while working abroad?

The importance of “getting on with it.”
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What can someone do to stand out in the economic development sector?

Find out why Paul says you shouldn’t take yourself too seriously.
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Are there advantages to working on the private sector versus the public, or vice versa?

Paul tell us what annoys him about the public versus private discussion.
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You worked in both the private and public sectors. Can you tell us about that?

From textiles to mining to tea, Paul has had his hand in many fields.
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What are some of the biggest challenges you face in this sector?

If you don’t speak the language, you better like your interpreter.
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What do you look for when you hire someone?

Paul tells us what kind of person you need to be at the end of the day.
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You have an MBA. Would you recommend getting an advanced degree?

The times they are a-changin’.
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You have both an engineering and business degree. Is there anything you have done differently? Are there other subjects that will help someone in this sector?

Tip: Don’t get too hung up on where you start.
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You started in engineering and ended up in economic development consulting. How did that come about?

Reminder: You can mix careers, if not cross over altogether.
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Do you have tips for young people who want to get their foot in the door in this sector that is notoriously difficult to break into?

Paul says start domestically, although some specializations will always be in demand internationally.
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How is the sector changing? Are certain fields growing faster than others? What skills are in demand?

Find out which growth sectors Paul says are booming in economic development at the moment. And hear about one of Paul’s major success stories that changed the way we fly around the world!
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You mentioned adaptability and flexibility. Are there other important skills in this sector?

Find out which cliché about international work Paul found be absolutely true.
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