The Handshake
Opening: What would you do if you had to stand in front of 5 million people and tell them that you failed? That’s what Heather Kelly - Alaska native, entrepreneur and founder of Heather’s Choice - did on ABC's Shark Tank when she revealed that she missed payroll at her adventure food company. Listen for more about building a business - the failures that set us back and passion that drives us forward. Timestamps: 2:48: What is Shark Tank (the show)? 5:20: Heather’s Choice Origin 7:35: .00016% 8:20: Why Food? 11:06: How does a passion turn into a...
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Intro: What do you learn when you’re stranded alone in the desert? Better question: how do you learn? Listen to Chris Ward’s stories about crossing the Atacama Desert in Chile, his middle school leadership class, and important lessons as a dad of three. Timestamps: 1:50: Why the Atacama Desert? 2:10: Ray Zahab (runs across the Sahara Desert) 6:40: Facing fear and “The War of Art” (lessons on resistance) 10:20: Facing Shadow Values (‘losing control’) 13:50: Important Steps for Walking Across a Desert 17:50: Experiential Learning: An Important Lesson for...
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Intro: The Dependables. The people who work hard to build communities wake up early. They feed the dog. Put covers over sleeping babies. Brew the coffee. Start the engine in the cold frosty morning. These are not just early risers; they're the lifeblood of our communities. These leaders – the People Who Build America – take to the roads before the sun, not because they have to, but because people rely on them. As they head east on the freeway, they greet the rising sun with a pull of the visor—not as a nuisance but as a sign of another opportunity to make a difference. ...
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Introduction: Imagine a world where a slice of pizza holds the power to change everything. Arshay Cooper, against all odds, embarked on a path that led him to become a bestselling author and the central figure in a star-studded documentary "A Most Beautiful Thing". Today, he's dedicated to the art of 'calling people in' for transformative change. Join us as we explore Arshay's inspiring journey as a leader, community builder, and loving father on The Handshake. Timestamps: 1:04 - An Introduction to Arshay Cooper on the Most Dangerous Ocean in the World 2:29 - Arshay’s Story...
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What would you do if you had to stand in front of 5 million people and tell them that you failed? That’s what Heather Kelly - Alaska native, entrepreneur and founder of Heather’s Choice - did on ABC's Shark Tank when she revealed that she missed payroll at her adventure food company. Listen for more about building a business - the failures that set us back and passion that drives us forward.
Timestamps:
2:48: What is Shark Tank (the show)?
5:20: Heather’s Choice Origin
7:35: .00016%
8:20: Why Food?
11:06: How does a passion turn into a business?
16:00:Turning Point
21:00: Defining Leadership as a Woman - Doing Good Work in the World
25:00: What have you learned about being a leader in the last week?
33:00: What is your leadership handshake (how do you create community)?
37:30: What is the awkward handshake in your leadership?
46:00: Mark Cuban’s Feedback
49:00: Heather’s Favorite Meal
51:00: What is your secret handshake as a leader?
55:00: The final advice
Key Takeaways:
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Intentionally create culture: Culture doesn’t just happen. Make the time to create culture at your organization.
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Create space and time to be the best for the team: Let the team know what you need to be the best for the team. Find people to fill your gaps.
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Be Self-Aware: In order to grow as a leader, you need to be vulnerable to build trust with other people. Vocalize when something is eating at you.
Resources & Links Mentioned:
📸 Instagram: @heatherschoice
💼 Linkedin: @heatherkelly
🌐 Website: Heather’s Choice
Connect with Us:
📸 Instagram: @john.r.petersen
💼 Linkedin: @johnrpetersen
🌐 Website: ThresholdRising.com
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Acknowledgments:
Special thanks to Heather Kelly, music by SERO and jointly produced with Blake Brinker @ Nth Talent
Disclaimer:
Statements in this video do not constitute financial/investment/legal advice. Always do your own research.