214. Power Games, Authenticity, and Entrepreneurship with Donald Shampine

Ever wonder how your professional journey shapes your future aspirations and personal growth? ✅ Join the Insurance Growth Masterclass: https://masterclass.insure ✅ For daily insights and ideas on peak performance: https://www.instagram.com/ryan_hanley/ ✅ Hire me to speak at your next event: https://ryanhanley.com/speaking ** Connect with Guest ** ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldshampine/ ** More about this episode ** This episode delves into our personal experiences, including the closure of our company and the tumultuous process of finding the next steps.  We share insights on aligning skills and value with market demand and the lessons learned from selling our company to a larger network. In power dynamics, we unpack our encounters with power games and the trade-offs between authenticity and power. We delve into the role of envy as a driving force in the world. Shifting gears, we dive into the rocky terrain of business ownership and the significance of positive accountability in realizing your goals.  We cap it all off with the importance of resilience and determination, sharing personal anecdotes that underline the value of taking action, even when the going gets tough. Finally, we welcome our guest to discuss "Want better, be better". We explore this idea and how it can be applied to everyday life to achieve success. Our guest shares his experiences, struggles, and his journey towards self-discovery.  Wrapping up, we discuss his book, "The Comfort Crisis," and its profound message about the necessity of discomfort for growth. This episode is filled with authentic conversations and actionable advice to help you navigate your personal and professional journey. Tune in for self-reflection, insights, and a dash of motivation to help you conquer your world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices