LinkedInsights: Nicole Maida
In our new COB #LinkedInSights series, we introduce real City employees to provide a snapshot of who they are, what they do, and why they serve the City of Boston — so you can read, learn, connect, and grow your network one impactful public servant at a time.
Building a thoughtful and actionable professional network on LinkedIn can seem daunting. Who should you connect with and why? And how do you build a connection with the person behind the profile?
In this month’s edition of COB #LinkedInSights, we sit down with Nicole Maida, from the Leave and Absence Management Team.
⭕ What do you like to be called?
Nicole
⭕ What is your job title?
Leave and Absence Management Administrative Assistant
⭕ How long have you worked for the City?
2 years!
⭕ What is your favorite part about working for the City?
My team, and my boss - Linda Pagan-Graves.
⭕ Why did you choose this career path?
I like being the support and to operate behind-the-scenes. I like watching the work I have contributed come to light through a project, presentation, speech, brochure, etc.
⭕ Do you have a piece of advice for others?
Be yourself and don't change.
⭕ What are some things that you like to do outside of work?
Cook, spend time with my family and grandkids, and I like to read a lot!
⭕ If you had to describe yourself in 3 words, what would they be?
Funny, outgoing, smart.
⭕ Favorite snack?
Hot tamales!
⭕ Sun or moon?
Moon - I feel most connected to my Nana.
⭕ What keeps you motivated at work?
I never want to disappoint my team or myself and I always want to be helpful. I enjoy learning new things and helping employees navigate the leaves process.
⭕ Have you taken the Harry Potter quiz, if so, what house were you sorted into? If you want to take it, visit here. Click on Hogwarts Sorting Experience and sign-up.
Slytherin!
