What starts as a simple wrong turn at an airport turns into a Secret Service standoff—and that’s just the beginning. Interior designer and author Shirley Novack shares unforgettable mistakes, …
Wendy Steele on Nonprofit Growth: Explaining the “What” Without the “Why”
What happens when a nonprofit grows fast—but the purpose behind the model isn’t clearly explained? Wendy Steele, founder of Impact100, reflects on an early leadership mistake that shaped how her …
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DEI and Six Sigma Strategist Kim Crowder on Red Flags, Double Standards, and Leadership Mistakes
What if the biggest career mistake isn’t taking the wrong job—but ignoring the warning signs along the way? Kim Crowder shares how overlooking red flags, workplace aggressions, and double standards …
Epic Firings and Lessons Learned with Working-Class Rock Star Ivan “Funkboy” Bodley
What do you learn after getting fired from some of the biggest gigs in music—and still loving the work? Bassist and music director Ivan “Funkboy” Bodley shares candid stories of epic firings, …
Hiring Mistakes and Leadership Lessons: Kim Sorrelle on Love, Trust, and Learning the Hard Way
What happens when a hiring decision goes wrong—and you’re thousands of miles away when you discover it? Kim Sorrelle shares a powerful leadership story about hiring the wrong manager, learning when to …
Burnout, Introversion, and Energy Management: Amanda Watts on Learning the Hard Way
What if burnout isn’t a personal failure—but a signal you’re working against your natural strengths? Amanda Watts, known as “The Empowered Introvert,” shares how repeated burnout became her greatest …