Mapping Your Career: Insights on Leadership, Change, and Self-Awareness with Dave Pygon

During the latest episode, host Pete Schramm interviewed guest Dave Pygon, president and founder of Pygon ONE Consulting, a Chicago-based firm. Pygon ONE focuses on mastering and tackling the complex challenges of soft skills, particularly leadership development, problem-solving, driving results, efficiency and effectiveness, and improved communication. Dave describes his diverse career journey, starting with his childhood dream of playing in the NBA. This dream eventually led to a career in sales and marketing. After working at companies like ADP and Alcon Labs, Dave found his true passion in consulting and leadership development. As the founder of Pygon ONE Consulting, he now helps leaders develop the skills necessary for success in business and life. Dave discusses the role of self-awareness and soft skills in professional growth. He also emphasizes the value of having a career map and building a personal board of advisors to guide you through challenging times. Dave reflects on his over twenty years of working with companies like ADP, Alcon, and Novartis, where he led teams and navigated complex challenges, including mergers and acquisitions. He provides tips for handling these transitions and the importance of remaining open-minded during change. In addition, Dave encourages listeners to invest in tools for professional growth, such as Lattitude and stresses the importance of staying positive and focusing on solutions rather than dwelling on pessimistic thoughts. He concludes by reiterating the value of continuous learning, adapting to change, and building meaningful relationships each and every day.