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By: Kasey Devine
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  • how? is your go-to place to answer the question. You’ve heard ”who,” ”what,” and even ”why,” but rarely ”how.” We’re committed to identifying successful business leaders from all walks of life and giving them a platform to tell real business stories that will teach you something.
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  • EP7: Mickayla Rosard, Partner at Groove Capital | "Empowering Women in Venture Capital"

    EP7: Mickayla Rosard, Partner at Groove Capital | "Empowering Women in Venture Capital"
    Oct 3 2024
    Keywords: venture capital, women in business, angel investing, entrepreneurship, Minnesota startups, diversity in investing, career journey, networking, personal mission statement, economic development Summary: In this engaging conversation, Kasey Devine interviews Mickayla Rosard, a partner at Groove Capital, who shares her inspiring journey into venture capital as a young woman. Mickayla discusses her early influences, the importance of building relationships, and her challenges in a male-dominated industry. She emphasizes the need for diversity in investing and the importance of taking action to create change. The conversation also touches on the significance of personal mission statements and the evolving landscape of angel investing in Minnesota. Takeaways
    • Mickayla's journey into venture capital began with her studies in entrepreneurship.
    • Building good relationships is crucial for success in any field.
    • Women need to embrace their capabilities and have confidence in their abilities.
    • Mickayla emphasizes the importance of being proactive and solution-oriented in her career.
    • Diversity in investing is essential for a thriving ecosystem.
    • Networking requires intention and nurturing relationships over time.
    • Mickayla advocates for open discussions about money and investments in Minnesota.
    • The landscape of angel investing is becoming more diverse and inclusive.
    • Personal mission statements help guide career decisions in a non-linear job market.
    • Taking action is more important than just discussing issues.
    Sound Bites
    • "I ended up as a partner in VC."
    • "You gotta maintain good relationships."
    • "You need more women in leadership roles."
    Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mickayla Rosard and Her Journey 02:38 Early Influences and Entry into Venture Capital 08:39 Building Relationships and Confidence in a Male-Dominated Field 12:28 Transitioning to Minnesota and Navigating Career Changes 17:25 Michaela's Role at Groove Capital and Commitment to Diversity 22:21 The Importance of Action and Personal Mission Statements 27:24Advice to Her Younger Self and Engaging with the Community
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    33 mins
  • EP6: Erin Thompson, Founder of Aspire for More with Erin | "Overcoming Self-Doubt and Finding Purpose"

    EP6: Erin Thompson, Founder of Aspire for More with Erin | "Overcoming Self-Doubt and Finding Purpose"
    Sep 9 2024
    Erin Thompson, Founder of Aspire for More with Erin, shares her journey of overcoming self-doubt and finding her true purpose. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and overcoming mental roadblocks and negative thoughts. Erin discusses the two different versions of herself - the professional Erin and the personal Erin - and how she learned to integrate them. She also talks about the impact of COVID-19 on her mindset and the lessons she learned from surrendering control and embracing vulnerability. Erin offers advice on trusting the journey, believing in oneself, and finding meaning in every circumstance. Erin's Links: https://aspireformorewitherin.com/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinthompsonaspireformore/ Keywords: leadership development, senior living, overcoming self-doubt, mental roadblocks, integrating personal and professional life, COVID-19 impact, surrendering control, vulnerability, finding meaning Takeaways:
    • Acknowledge and overcome mental roadblocks and negative thoughts
    • Integrate personal and professional life to find fulfillment
    • Embrace vulnerability and surrender control to grow and find meaning
    • Trust the journey and believe in oneself
    Sound Bites
    • "How to overcome the mindset of people who tell themselves that they can't do things when they actually can."
    • "How you do that is by saying, yes I can, what are the roadblocks? And typically they're just mental roadblocks."
    • "I resonate with that. If you're familiar with DISC assessments, DISC, two different examples."
    Chapters: 00:00: Introduction and Background 01:40: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Aligning Goals 03:28: Integrating Personal and Professional Identities 05:39: The Importance of Self-Reflection and Awareness 08:30: Taking Control of Thoughts and Emotions 11:30: Embracing Vulnerability and Growth 16:06: Drawing Wisdom from Personal and Faith-Based Experiences 18:27: The Power of Surrendering Control 21:18: Trusting the Process and Believing in Divine Timing 27:40: Engaging with Erin Thompson's Work 29:31: How to Support Erin Thompson 31:38: Conclusion and Call to Action
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    32 mins
  • EP5: Casey Allen, Founder of Enterprise Rising | "Finding Happiness: Fulfilling the Six Basic Human Needs"

    EP5: Casey Allen, Founder of Enterprise Rising | "Finding Happiness: Fulfilling the Six Basic Human Needs"
    Sep 3 2024
    Casey Allen, a technology startup expert, shares his insights on finding happiness and making decisions in life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and fulfilling the six basic human needs: love, validation, growth, contribution, certainty, and variety. Casey discusses how to assess and improve these needs to achieve true happiness. He also shares his personal journey of failures and successes in the startup world and offers advice for those interested in getting involved with startups. Casey's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/learncasey/,https://x.com/enterprise_rise?mx=2, https://twitter.com/casey__allen?lang=en, https://enterpriserisingconference2024.splashthat.com/ Keywords: startups, happiness, decision-making, basic human needs, fulfillment, failure, success Takeaways:
    • Understanding and fulfilling the six basic human needs is crucial for achieving true happiness: love, validation, growth, contribution, certainty, and variety.
    • Regularly assess your level of fulfillment in each of these needs to identify areas that need improvement.
    • Failure is a common part of the startup journey, and learning from failures is essential for growth and success.
    • To get involved with startups, immerse yourself in the startup community, attend events, and connect with startup leaders.
    • Consider following Casey Allen on LinkedIn for insights and updates on startups and startup HR.
    Sound Bites
    • "We never learn about happiness in school."
    • "Pinpointing where we're dangerously low and working on those."
    • "Understanding that most successful founders are quite broken inside."
    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:08 The Importance of Happiness and Decision-Making 05:04 Finding Happiness: Fulfilling the Six Basic Human Needs 10:16 Casey Allen's Journey: Embracing Failure and Success 20:49 The Draw of Startup Life: Understanding the Mindset 27:35 Getting Involved with Startups: Immersion and Connection 34:40 Startup HR: Building a Community for Startup HR Leaders 39:43 Conclusion and Call to Action
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    40 mins

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