EP #37: Embracing Purposeful Transition with Dennis Volpe
Do you believe that a change would do you good right now? Although we tend to run from change, whether unexpected or planned, all change is needed for growth and success. My guest today knows that better than most. Dennis Volpe is an author, leadership consultant, former military officer, and current Executive Performance Coach and Leadership Consultant at the Leadership Research Institute, and he has made it his life’s work to help others become the best version of themselves so that they can make an impact.
In this episode, Dennis shares how his incredible journey in the military led him to become the leader and coach that he is now, what leadership really consists of, and the difference between change and transition, as well as resilience and endurance. Listen in to hear his powerful story of honesty, honor, and vulnerability that will no doubt inspire you to cultivate purposeful transition and make an impact in your world.
What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:
What leadership really means.
The four elements of power.
How Dennis’ experiences led him to be the leader he is now.
The difference between change and transition.
The difference between resilience and endurance.
Why Dennis wouldn’t change any of the hardships he’s experienced.
How to embrace purposeful transition.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
“It’s what you do when you lose that really matters.” - Dennis Volpe
“Very often, we don’t take the time to slow down and ask ourselves the deep questions.” - Dennis Volpe
“Change is what happens to us; transition is what we do about it.” - Dennis Volpe
“A rising tide raises all boats.” - Dennis Volpe
Resources In Today's Episode:
Transition On Purpose: Self-Reflect, Explore and Re-Engage Life by Dennis Volpe
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don’t by Jim Collins
