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Back in 2020, I had the privilege of joining a visionary team led by Eyimisan Abusomwan the founder of Runner. Eyimisan gathered a group of individuals, including myself, to discuss his dream: to transform the blue-collar sector by creating a product that would revolutionize industry standards, enhance professionalism, and generate substantial job opportunities and revenue. Despite initial skepticism from some, Eyimisan’s unwavering belief in his vision drove us forward. We ventured into a market that was both innovative and familiar, dedicating countless hours to research, drafting proposals, and managing the onboarding, recruitment, and training processes. As the Project Manager, I had the responsibility to oversee project timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure smooth execution of deliverables, and maintain stakeholder communication. Seeing our collective efforts come to fruition has been incredibly rewarding. Today, Runner is thriving, continuously breaking barriers, and innovating its product. Runner successfully created 7,500 jobs for blue-collar workers and are making a significant impact in the industry. I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved and excited about what’s next for Runner. This June, I took a brief step back from my role at Runner to focus on my current position and had to take on the role as a business consultant with them, where I also occasionally manage projects and consult on business operations. I’m so proud of Runner’s success and can’t wait to share more about what’s coming next! P.S. The last video clip is of the man with the vision Eyimisan #Leadership #ProjectManagement #Innovation #BlueCollarRevolution #CareerJourney

I’ve now completed my ninth year of evaluating company initiatives for the Catalyst Award through site visit - intensive interviews with roughly 100 employees per company about their experiences. There’s much more work still to do - convening with my teammates, writing our evaluation summary, and deciding the winners - but the site visits themselves are over. I have evaluated initiatives in more industries than I can count and across four continents (adding in places my teammates visited, it becomes six continents). I have seen all manner of programs, processes, and systems used to enact inclusion. I have seen wild successes and powerful learning from failures. I could probably write a treatise on best practices and common missteps, but that's far too much for a LinkedIn post. What I can say in fewer words, and with crystal-clear certainty, is that there are experiences common across all winners that you can feel, palpably, when you talk to employees. They are trusted. They are valued. They care deeply for one another as unique individuals. They are vulnerable with each other, and are safe to be that way. One day perhaps I will write everything down - nothing confidential of course, but all the lessons I’ve learned. In the meantime, I celebrate the progress champions are making across the world, and am grateful for all the incredible work I’ve been witness to.

During my 35-year career as an executive and decision-maker, I've realized the importance of seeking diverse perspectives to make better decisions and achieve superior results. Working in isolation often led to tunnel vision and suboptimal choices. However, investing in myself and joining a Vistage Peer Advisory Group transformed my approach. With the support of Edward Russnow, Matt Montellione, Ryan Goor, and others in the group, I gained invaluable outside perspectives that fostered personal growth, improved business outcomes, and set the path to becoming a Vistage Chair. If you're a CEO or business owner aiming for growth and learning, surround yourself with diverse viewpoints to enhance your decision-making and drive better results. #ExecutiveDevelopment #LeadershipInsights #BusinessGrowth #VistageMVP

Lynne Murphy-Rivera, Managing Director, Americas of AESC has a blueprint for reimagining your career after 50. Her advice: 1️⃣ Have a plan: Write down your passions and goals—it’s your roadmap. 2️⃣ Build your personal board of directors: Surround yourself with trusted advisors for accountability and support. 3️⃣ Embrace your superpowers: Knowing your unique strengths is both empowering and transformative. Lynne reminds us that it’s never too late to rewrite your story. Whether you’re seeking a new direction or simply honing your skills, this second act is a chance to shine. Visit roarforward.com to find more inspiration and insights. Lynne Murphy-Rivera Stephanie Kramer Keesha Jean-Baptiste Jane Evans Maria Walsh Rachel Kay #ROARforward #ReImagineYourLife #SecondActSuccess

At Mind The Value, we take pride in the incredible talent and dedication of our team members. Today we are excited to share insights from one of our senior experts, Federico Marchesani. Federico began his journey with Mind The Value in 2013, but decided to leave the company after two years. A year and a half later, Federico decided to rejoin the company, and has now been with Mind The Value for the past 8 years, serving as a Project Manager, Key Account Manager, and Business Unit Lead.   Q: What made you decide to return to Mind The Value? A: Mainly because I know the working culture here, I loved it in the past and knew for sure I would love it again. The young and dynamic and environment for me is also a friendly one. I've never heard about colleagues that hate themselves or that have internal conflicts.   Q: How do you avoid burnout? A: Cooperation and collaboration. Understand that while working for Mind The Value, you are a part of a really big team, so you always have someone that is willing to help you. I'm not able to manage everything and so I always get some support and help from everyone at every level.   Q: Is there any advice you want to share? A: I want to highlight the fact that this is Mind The Value that offers you a lot of opportunities for your personal growth. So it's being curious, being proactive, because this is a company that if you find your spot, you want to sit down and work and do your stuff, you can. But if you are curious and really willing to grow and gain a lot of experience, this place offers you a lot of potential opportunities.   Join us in celebrating Federico’s achievements and dedication, and in looking forward to many more years of innovation and success together!   #MindTheValue #MindTheValueGroup #IndustryLeaders #EmployeeSpotlight #CareerGrowth #MeetTheTeam

Joining a board of directors can be an incredible rewarding experience and very helpful for your career. And it's not just for those experienced professionals who have been there and got the t-shirt. It can be something you can take on quite early in your career as long as you add value to the organisation you are supporting, whether that is in professional advice or specialist sector advice. However, if you are planning on joining a board, there are a few things you need to consider to ensure that you and the board you are joining get the most from the experience. Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-FemYEM

How a Director got promoted to VP in six months – with a 20% raise. 🔥 When my client Allison hired me, she had been a Director with her company for 7 years but didn’t see any growth opportunities and wanted to find a role at a new company. She was in a situation not unlike many of the clients who come to me - she was working around the clock, spreading herself thin across too many commitments and knew that her knowledge, value and skills were worth more than she was being paid. We got to work using my Career Success Accelerator Method, and the results were amazing. You can learn more by downloading my Case Study here >>> https://lnkd.in/eMKFzTQM #careersuccess #getpromoted #careercoach #leadershipcoach