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Krista Ryan on How to Keep F*!#ing Going Even When It's Hard

Play Your Position with Mary Lou Kayser

Release Date: 03/28/2025

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Are you ready to be inspired? Because the woman you are about to hear is truly a powerhouse of resilience and leadership! Her name is Krista Ryan, and she is a dynamic speaker, author, and workplace performance expert. As a third-generation owner and former Human Resources Director of her family's bank, Krista brings nearly two decades of experience in the financial industry. Her journey took a transformative turn after surviving the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival tragedy in Las Vegas, leading her to develop the 'Keep F*!#ing Going' (KfG) Method—a motivational framework designed to help individuals and organizations thrive through chaos and change. Krista's insights have empowered C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and more. She's also the CEO and founder of KfG Coaching, LLC, a Bravely Pro Coach, and a 'Room Tilter' with Limitless Minds. Her book, 'Keep F*!#ing Going: A Formula to Live Better and Lead Stronger Through Chaos and Change,' encapsulates her philosophy and strategies for turning adversity into strength. 

Connect with Krista Ryan on her website: https://www.kristaryan.com/ 

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krista-ryan-pcc-b91830164/

Get her amazing book: https://a.co/d/fTp5qwG 

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