E135: What Lights You Up? Finding Your Passion with Mary Olson-Menzel

In this inspiring episode of THE POWER OF RE:INVENTION, Kathi Sharpe-Ross sits down with Mary Olson-Menzel, the CEO and Founder of MVP Executive Development, to explore the transformative power of Reinvention. Mary shares her incredible career journey, spanning over 30 years across global media, tech, healthcare, and more. With her upcoming book, "What Lights You Up?," Mary dives into how curiosity and courage can drive personal and professional growth. The conversation highlights overcoming fear, setting boundaries, and taking small but impactful steps towards your goals. Mary’s insights remind us that self-discovery and embracing what truly lights you up can pave the way to a more fulfilling life.

Key Takeaways:

• Curiosity fuels career growth: Staying curious helps open doors to new opportunities.

• Fear holds us back: Don’t let fear and excuses keep you from your passions.

• Celebrate small wins: Recognize and honor the progress you make along the way.

• Boundaries matter: Setting boundaries is key to maintaining work-life balance.

• Gratitude shifts perspective: Focusing on gratitude can change how you view your journey.

• Global experience: Learning from diverse industries and perspectives enhances leadership.

• Creating your roadmap: Define what lights you up and take actionable steps towards it.

Links:

Mary’s LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-olson-menzel-mvpexec/

Mary’s Website: https://www.maryolsonmenzel.com/

Mary’s Book: https://www.maryolsonmenzel.com/#Order

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