🎤 Quotable quote: "If you're not leaving others better, are you truly leading?" -- Scott Aaron
Nope, this wasn't a Ted-ism ... but it sure sounds like it could've been. This quote was pulled straight from our conversation with Scott Aaron - and we immediately knew Scott was our type of people! We hope you enjoy this chat on leadership and networking... we sure did!
In this edition of Weekly Curiosities, meet Scott Aaron—a networking coach who believes in building genuine connections over vanity metrics. His insights on LinkedIn branding, resilience, and authentic influence make this a can’t-miss chat. (Keeley would agree!)
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Scott Aaron shared his valuable insights on leadership, networking, and resilience, covering:
- How to stand out on LinkedIn while staying true to yourself
- The power of daily consistency in building your brand
- Why networking and marketing are like the "art and science" of leadership
- How he overcame personal and professional challenges to become resilient
- Leadership as "leaving people better and giving them hope"
- Why authenticity and storytelling matter more than vanity metrics
... and there is plenty more. This chat is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow their influence and lead with purpose. Scott’s wisdom and authenticity shine through, and we were thrilled to have him!
More leadership musings
🍪 Biscuits with the Boss icebreaker: What is a quote that you would put on a billboard?
Would yours be your favorite Ted-ism? Or do you have your own? Marnie's Dad would certainly have posted: Don't be sorry, be right.
🏅Whistle. Whistle. Roy's tough love advice: Consistency’s not glamorous, but it’s how you get somewhere worth going.
Building a brand rarely happens overnight. On the podcast, Scott reminded us about the importance of showing up every day and doing the work to build your brand authentically over time. Roy would appreciate the no-nonsense dedication Scott promotes. Scott’s daily commitment to genuine growth proves that consistency isn’t flashy—but it works.
📚 Beard’s Collection: Recommended Reads
đź“– Clark, Dorie. The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World. Harvard Business Review Press, 2021.
“Taking it one step at a time, even if others are sprinting, is how you build something worth having.” In The Long Game, Clark emphasizes the importance of long-term strategy and patience, aligning with Scott’s belief in the power of daily consistency and authentic growth. Learn how to build trust and make meaningful connections that endure.
đź“– Pink, Daniel H. Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us. Riverhead Books, 2009.
“You don’t bring the best out of others by holding the steering wheel too tight.” Pink’s book highlights the core elements of autonomy, mastery, and purpose as true motivators—values that Ted would cheer on as essential for authentic connection and inspired leadership.
đź“– Sinek, Simon. Start with Why. Portfolio, 2009.
“If you don’t know why you’re doing something, how will anyone else?” Sinek’s classic urges leaders to start with their “why,” resonating with Scott’s approach to leadership and personal branding. It’s a powerful read for anyone looking to stay grounded and impactful by understanding their deeper purpose. Keeley approved!
This week in Here - There - Every F'ing where
- Holy Thundergong Batman! Wow Jason Sudeikis puts on a good show! And we had such fun at our pre-Thundergong happy hour - good food, people, fun and prizes! We raised $250 in the 50/50 raffle and tripled that to donate $1000 at the event. Check out our full photo album here
- We participated in a special webinar with the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast folks and fellow educators on Leading With Purpose – a deep dive into building a “personal operating system” for intentional leadership. Missed the webinar? You can check it out here. 🎧💼 Teacher Pep Rally Webinar
Nick and our Nate-like box collected funds for our 50/50 raffle for Steps of Faith at Thundergong
📦 Nate’s (well, that's Nick's) suggestion box: What’s the one area of leadership you wish was covered more? Let us know!
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