In this remastered episode of The Action Catalyst, speaker, author, and OCLC President & CEO Skip Prichard pulls back the curtain on a life shaped by an unusual childhood and a relentless drive to grow. Skip explores surprising research on near-death experiences, explains why you should “fail faster,” and offers memorable metaphors, like how people are often like nickels, to illustrate how we undervalue ourselves.
He also shares a central philosophy for lasting success: work harder on yourself than you do on your job. Expect thought-provoking stories, practical habits for personal growth, and actionable ideas leaders can use to accelerate development—both personally and professionally.
What you’ll learn
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How formative life events can shape leadership and purpose
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The value of rapid experimentation and learning from failure
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Why personal development must come before professional performance
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Memorable frameworks and metaphors to reframe self-worth and ambition
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