Episode 8

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10th Mar 2023

Creating Authentic Connections for Success in Life and Leadership with Jc Pollard

In this episode of the Rising Leader podcast, host Alex Kremer sits down with J.C. Pollard, an account executive in the tech space and rising leader in his own right. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from J.C.'s recent completion of his first marathon to his journey as a sales professional and the importance of mindset in achieving success. J.C. shares his personal story of losing his mother to suicide at a young age and how he has come to embrace that experience as part of his journey. He also discusses the importance of giving back and being a mentor to others, regardless of your title or position within an organization. Throughout the conversation, J.C. emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and growth, both personally and professionally, and how having a beginner's mindset can help you stay open to new opportunities and experiences. Overall, this episode is a reminder of the power of social media to connect people and create meaningful relationships.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

  • 00:00:00 - Get Ready to be Empowered: Introducing The Rising Leader Podcast
  • 00:03:17 - Unlocking the Mindset of Constant Craving for More and Celebrating Wins
  • 00:04:43 - Crushing Stretch Goals: The Inspiring Tale of a First-Time Marathon Runner
  • 00:09:00 - The Mental Marathon: Why Mental Preparation is Key
  • 00:13:14 - Running for a Cause: Overcoming Fear and Honoring Loved Ones
  • 00:16:20 - Asking for Help: One GoFundMe Success Story
  • 00:20:54 - The Journey to Authenticity: Finding Your True Career and Life Path
  • 00:25:10 - Unwavering Confidence in Sales: Tips for Thriving in Tough Competition
  • 00:28:33 - Replicating Success: An Optimistic Approach for the Future
  • 00:31:55 - The Power of Reflection: Why Writing it Down Matters

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The Rising Leader
‘The Rising Leader podcast is a show for top performing leaders who want to take their lives, their career, and their impact to the next level. The world is craving a new type of leadership and culture from those who lead high performing teams and are truly connected to their authentic self while blazing a trail for others to follow. This show will give you the knowledge and understanding of what it takes to lead yourself, lead others, lead a team, and lead a culture. It will help you embody the core principles of your highest version to take on any team, company, or mission. Tune into episodes (almost) every week hosted by Founder and CEO of Alluviance, Alex Kremer, whose mission is to help millennial tech sales leaders build a culture founded on purpose, connection, and growth.’

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