▶︎ #128 | How Failures Don't Make YOU a Failure w/Colin MB Cooper
Join your host, Aleksandra Lemańska, for an enlightening episode of the Leman Tech Leadership Podcast as she engages in a captivating conversation with Colin MB Cooper, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Illuminate CX. In this episode, Colin shares how his early childhood curiosity about how things are built and work led him to become self-employed at the age of 19.
The discussion highlights the importance of curiosity and critical thinking, skills that are becoming increasingly rare in today's AI-focused world. Colin delves into the challenges of dealing with failure, emphasizing the need to shift our mindset from viewing failures as personal shortcomings to seeing them as opportunities for growth.
Through personal anecdotes and lessons learned, Colin reveals the experiences that have shaped him into the leader he is today. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone looking to harness curiosity and resilience to drive personal and professional success. Whether you're embarking on your leadership journey or seeking to refine your approach, Colin's experiences offer a roadmap for embracing challenges and cultivating a mindset of continuous improvement.
✔︎ Mentioned in the episode:
“The Anxious Generation”
“Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There”
“Eat That Frog!, Fourth Edition: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time”
“The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential”
✉︎ FOLLOW COLIN ON: ⤵︎
LinkedIn: @colinmbcooper
Website: https://colinmbcooper.com/
✉︎ FOLLOW ME ON: ⤵︎
LinkedIn: @aleksandralemanska
TikTok: @aleksandra_lemanska
X: @lemanskills
Startup Community Poznan: @startup-community-poznan-scp
www.lemanskills.com