Join Jeff & Adam as we have a GREAT chat with professional author and speaker, Dave Rendall!
From Dave's website: During the last fifteen years, our guest tonight has spoken to audiences on every inhabited continent. His clients include the US Air Force, Australian Government, and Fortune 50 companies such as Microsoft, AT&T, United Health Group, Fannie Mae, and State Farm.
“He will discover your uniqueness by flaunting your weakness”
Prior to becoming a speaker, he was a leadership professor, stand-up comedian, and nonprofit executive.
In between presentations, David competes in ultramarathons and Ironman triathlons.
David has a doctor of management degree in organizational leadership, as well as a graduate degree in psychology. He is the author of four books:
The Four Factors of Effective Leadership
The Freak Factor
The Freak Factor for Kids
Pink Goldfish
More from our conversation with Dave:
Leadership Professor prior to being a professional speaker
Holds a doctor of management degree in organizational leadership, as well as a graduate degree in psychology
Coaching
Presenting for ASCD
TEDxMarinette & TEDxMcHenry
Story of the Freak Factor
Patches on his pants that his mother would always tell him no one would notice
What is the main thing he talks to teachers about? - “People don’t change that much”
Took advantage of a strength that everyone thought was a weakness
Every strength has a corresponding weakness
Where do you see others struggling most with leadership?
Spend your time on things you are devoted to.
Use your gifts
Don’t try to fit in… find another area
Teachers can help kids find their strengths
Maybe we’re making kids think they should WANT to be something they’re not
Discussion on the Power of YET and GRIT
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