There comes a moment in the life of every leader when he or she stands at a crossroads and must ask, “What’s next?” – Brad Lomenick The countdown is on and only TEN days to go until Catalyst University 2017. This week’s podcast is dedicated to all things Catalyst University. From the faculty that will be joining us, to an inside look on a few of our surprises this podcast will be sure to peak your interest when it comes to the leadership development “unconference” of the … [Read more...]
What Everybody Ought to Know About Learning and Leaving
Moments matter. – Tim Terrentine After 6 years on the Southwest Michigan First team, Tim Terrentine is onto his next great adventure. Our team celebrates Tim and his leadership and we are excited to see his impact in our community for years to come. On today’s podcast Tim has the opportunity to share what he has learned during his time on our team. I am eager for you all to hear from him today. He shares great wisdom on leaving, learning and what great impact looks like. Tim knows the … [Read more...]
Conquering the Platform
There are three things to aim at in public speaking: first, to get into your subject, then to get your subject into yourself, and lastly, to get your subject into the heart of your audience. – Alexander Gregg Today’s Always Forward Leadership Podcast tackles the one thing that 74% of Americans have an anxiety of: public speaking. The tables are turned and I have the opportunity to pick Tim’s brain on the art of public speaking in our conversation. Tim shares his expertise of the … [Read more...]
Leadership Interview: Gray Swoope
Thanks so much for listening to the Always Forward Leadership Podcast. Today’s leadership conversation is all about community and innovation – featuring an interview with a great friend of both Tim and I’s in the field of economic development, Gray Swoope. Gray has more than three decades of experience in economic development. Today, he serves as the president and chief executive officer of VisionFirst Advisors. Previously, Gray served in Florida Governor Rick Scott’s administration as the … [Read more...]