Do you do “+1” type activities in addition to customer work? If so, what do you prefer to do?

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What do you mean by "+1" type activities? Not sure I've heard the term before. Google results don't seem like what you're getting at here.

Extra curriculars. Whether that be making reusable content, hosting webinars, thought leadership, etc

Yes, but really only things I think will help me close deals.

New features, documentation, market research.

I'm all about diving into some side projects or skill building exercises whenever I can snag a spare moment. Whether it's tinkering with new tech tools, diving into some advanced training courses or even dabbling in a bit of coding, I'm always on the lookout for ways to level up my skills and bring some fresh ideas to the table.

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