The Power of Connections

Jason Haddock: Embracing Complexity and Connection for Growth


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In this episode, Rich and Jason Haddock discuss:


  • How becoming a father profoundly transformed his perspective on life
  • The importance of joyful memories and pursuing passion over profit
  • Lessons learned from building and rebuilding company cultures
  • Navigating the complexities of systems and problems with curiosity
  • The courage to step outside your comfort zone and connect with others


Key Takeaways:

  • Profound transformation often begins with a single moment of realization. Life can take unexpected turns, but these experiences shape who we are and how we evolve.
  • Building great company cultures starts with trust, psychological safety, and genuine relationships. When these elements are missing, even the best processes can fail.
  • Curiosity and genuine interest in others open the door to invaluable lessons and deeper relationships. Authentic connections have the power to enrich life in unexpected ways.
  • Complex problems rarely have binary solutions. Embracing the nuance and aiming to make incremental improvements leads to meaningful progress.
  • Fear often holds people back, but taking that first step—whether it’s reaching out to someone you admire or starting a new venture—can lead to life-changing opportunities.

"Some of the best experiences that I've had is by just approaching people who I really respected and just asking them for some time.”  — Jason Haddock

   

About Jason Haddock:

As a frontier technologist with over three decades of experience at the vanguard of emerging technology, Jason’s expertise lies at the intersection of business, design, and technology. This has allowed him to lead several successful technology companies in various fields, from fintech to personalized genetic testing to gaming and educational instruction using Virtual Reality. 


As CEO of Sozo Labs, Jason’s passion for innovation in emerging technology has enabled his team to deliver engaging products that provide value and spark customer delight. 


Connect with Jason Haddock:

Website: www.sozolabs.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haddockjason/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/sozo-labs/?viewAsMember=true 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJIkFZkZ-PNzwDVKu8BYsKA


Connect with Rich Woo: 

Website: www.catalyst.nm.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/richwoo/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_woo/?hl=en

Book: The Relationship Recession - https://a.co/d/dXlXd71

Email: [email protected]

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The Power of ConnectionsBy Rich Woo