Mon, 29 May 2017
PureReinvention launched the inaugural STARTERS event this month and we took a few moments to talk to some of the participants. STARTERS is professional development done the PureReinvention way. We immerse participants in the Detroit story, help put these stories into perspective, and help you to craft your personal and/or professional reinvention plan! Listen as we discuss first impressions of this big move forward in the PureReinvention program. QUOTE IT
"[The PureReinvention philosophy] The five steps are going to help me with all the projects, communities and individuals I work with.” (3:37) DIG IN (4:14) How STARTERS is set apart from other learning experiences. Tip of the Week Use the Detroit story to jumpstart changes in your personal and professional life. Need help? Enroll in STARTERS to get a head start in your reinvention story.
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Mon, 22 May 2017
Mike and co-host Dru Mitchell of the Clinton County Economic Alliance wrap up May’s topic of ownership at the personal level. Dru and Mike discuss Steven Covey’s principle of “start with the end in mind” and discuss how you can take this principle to advance you personal life and/or career.
DIG IN
Direct download: 125_Personal_Ownership_Month_Recap_Final.mp3
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Mon, 15 May 2017
Entrepreneurs take risks - That's a given, but as we learn from Danielle Smith, owner of Detroit Maid, you can manage that risk. Listen to the steps she took to take control of her future, overcome her fears and make the entrepreneurial plunge. QUOTE IT “Fear of failure can be paralyzing.” (9:16)
DIG IN (6:03) Owning the idea and taking the methodical approach.
Manage your risk by building a support network of friends who are knowledgeable and aren't afraid to tell you what they think. |
Mon, 8 May 2017
It's no secret that participants in team sports often end up with an advantage when assuming leadership roles. Many of the skill sets learned on the playing field can be applied to leadership roles in the office. Listen this week as we talk to Kris Smith, director of the Detroit Sports Commission. He will share his love and passion for sports and how he and his team are working to maintain Detroit's stature as a great destination for all kinds of sporting events. Quote It “First in.” (5:19)
Tip of the week: A team is only as strong as its weakest link. Build and nurture the whole team. |
Mon, 1 May 2017
Taking ownership (responsibility) of your life is key to your personal success. Taking ownership of your role in your organization is key to your professional success. The PureReinvention Project will spend the month of May exploring how you can take ownership of your future, regardless of your current position in life. QUOTE IT “That champion can be you.” (9:36) "Select and move things forward.” (10:42)
(3:45) Knowing what to move forward first. Tip of the Week Passion makes all the difference. If you're not passionate about what you're doing, take a step back and find out what stirs your passion.
Direct download: Episode_122_Ownership_at_the_personal_and_staff_level.mp3
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