Diving into the Juggle: A Chat with Elaha Gurgani, Marketing and Community Liaison at EVP
Elaha Gurgani, the Marketing & Community Associate at EVP (Enterprise Venture Partners), has carved out a unique and inspiring career path for herself. Her journey, marked by a blend of technical acumen and people-centric skills, is a testament to her adaptability and passion for innovation.
**Early Career at an AI Startup**
Elaha's career began at an AI startup, Relevance AI, where she honed her skills in project management, innovation, and understanding emerging AI trends. Her role at the company encompassed a variety of tasks, including building people culture, community building for data scientists, and marketing content on social media.
**Transition to Marketing & Community Roles**
Leveraging her startup experience, Elaha transitioned into marketing and community engagement, recognising the importance of connecting products with their audience and building strong, supportive communities around technology solutions.
**Current Role at EVP**
Today, Elaha is a key member of the EVP team, where she focuses on crafting marketing strategies tailored to EVP’s innovative environment, engaging and growing the community of partners, clients, and stakeholders, and bridging the gap between enterprise ventures and their target audiences through strategic communication and community-building efforts.
**Resources for Maintaining Work-Life Balance**
Elaha firmly believes in the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between professional commitments and personal well-being. She recommends several resources and practices to help manage stress, boost productivity, and promote overall wellness:
1. **Mindfulness and Meditation Apps:** Apps like Headspace and Calm offer daily meditation, stress reduction, and focus-improving sessions.
2. **Time Management Tools:** Apps such as Trello and Notion can help organise tasks, set priorities, and create a realistic work schedule that includes breaks and downtime.
3. **Physical Wellness:** Regular exercise routines, such as yoga or walking, can boost energy and reduce stress levels.
4. **Reading and Podcasts:** Podcasts like "Your Anxiety Toolkit," "Founders Journal," "Build with Rob," and "Calm the F*ck Down" promote personal growth, mental health, and work-life balance.
5. **Community Support:** Building a supportive network of colleagues and friends can provide a space to share experiences, challenges, and encouragement.
By integrating these resources, Elaha manages to maintain her productivity and enthusiasm in her role, while also nurturing her overall well-being.
In addition to these recommendations, Elaha encourages readers to be gentle with themselves, to treat themselves with kindness and understanding, and to view life as a marathon rather than a sprint.
At Earlywork, Elaha managed a community of 4,000 members across Australia and New Zealand and led the community expansion into Singapore. Now, as a valued member of EVP, she continues to make a significant impact in the venture capital industry while maintaining her commitment to personal growth and work-life balance.
- Elaha's passion for innovation extends beyond her professional life, as she actively pursues education and self-development in various areas such as mindfulness, personal growth, and fitness-and-exercise.
- In the realm of lifestyle, Elaha values home-and-garden projects as a means to foster tranquility and relaxation, serving as a refreshing counteract to her fast-paced career.
- As a strong advocate for education-and-self-development, Elaha attributes much of her success to her continuous learning, constantly expanding her knowledge in science, technology, and health-and-wellness.
- To inspire others to maintain work-life balance, Elaha often highlights the significance of setting personal goals for lifestyle, wellness, and career advancement in harmony.
