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Reframing Failure as an Entrepreneur: Conversation with Mitch Case-The Pickup Project
Summary
In this episode of the Do Life podcast, Layla Dawn interviews Mitch Case, founder of The Pickup Project. Mitch shares his journey from a traditional engineering career to embracing entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of failure, mentorship, and building connections through competition. He discusses the lessons learned from his first venture, More Than a Meal, and how they shaped his current project, which focuses on fostering human connection through basketball. The conversation emphasizes the value of community, personal growth, and the drive to help others succeed.
Takeaways
Embrace failure as part of the entrepreneurial journey.
The question 'If not now, when?' can be transformational.
Taking time to process feelings after a setback is important.
Learning from past experiences is crucial for future success.
Building connections through shared activities can enhance networking.
Mentorship can provide valuable insights and perspectives.
Surrounding yourself with motivated individuals fosters growth.
It's essential to consider what you bring to the table for others.
Creating a supportive community can lead to collective success.
The Pickup Project aims to connect people through competition and camaraderie.
Sound Bites
"If not now, when?"
"I want to help other people with that."
"You are who you surround yourself with."
Chapters
00:00 Embracing Failure in Entrepreneurship
02:51 The Journey from Engineering to Entrepreneurship
05:47 The Impact of Support Systems and Cost of Inaction
08:39 Navigating the End of a Business
11:27 Lessons Learned from Failure
14:25 Finding Motivation After Setbacks
17:21 The Birth of the Pickup Project
20:05 Connecting Life Lessons Through Sports
29:06 The Power of Self-Discovery
30:55 Finding Purpose and Meaning
32:10 The Pickup Project: Building Connections Through Competition
36:45 Networking in a Natural Environment
41:04 Prioritizing Personal Growth and Relationships
46:26 Expanding the Pickup Project: Opportunities Ahead
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellcase
https://www.thepickupproject.com
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By Life Coach LaylaSummary
In this episode of the Do Life podcast, Layla Dawn interviews Mitch Case, founder of The Pickup Project. Mitch shares his journey from a traditional engineering career to embracing entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of failure, mentorship, and building connections through competition. He discusses the lessons learned from his first venture, More Than a Meal, and how they shaped his current project, which focuses on fostering human connection through basketball. The conversation emphasizes the value of community, personal growth, and the drive to help others succeed.
Takeaways
Embrace failure as part of the entrepreneurial journey.
The question 'If not now, when?' can be transformational.
Taking time to process feelings after a setback is important.
Learning from past experiences is crucial for future success.
Building connections through shared activities can enhance networking.
Mentorship can provide valuable insights and perspectives.
Surrounding yourself with motivated individuals fosters growth.
It's essential to consider what you bring to the table for others.
Creating a supportive community can lead to collective success.
The Pickup Project aims to connect people through competition and camaraderie.
Sound Bites
"If not now, when?"
"I want to help other people with that."
"You are who you surround yourself with."
Chapters
00:00 Embracing Failure in Entrepreneurship
02:51 The Journey from Engineering to Entrepreneurship
05:47 The Impact of Support Systems and Cost of Inaction
08:39 Navigating the End of a Business
11:27 Lessons Learned from Failure
14:25 Finding Motivation After Setbacks
17:21 The Birth of the Pickup Project
20:05 Connecting Life Lessons Through Sports
29:06 The Power of Self-Discovery
30:55 Finding Purpose and Meaning
32:10 The Pickup Project: Building Connections Through Competition
36:45 Networking in a Natural Environment
41:04 Prioritizing Personal Growth and Relationships
46:26 Expanding the Pickup Project: Opportunities Ahead
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchellcase
https://www.thepickupproject.com
Send us a text
Support the show
Do Life Website
www.layladawndoeslife.com
Certified Life and Business Coaching
Calendly - Layla Dawn
https://calendly.com/layladawndoeslife
Lumivitae Bottle
https://layla7859158384984.lumivitae.com
Join My Lumivitae Team
https://layla7859158384984.lumivitae.com/register
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087296620862
https://www.linkedin.com/in/layladawn/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_feed%3BPgTMeoJKSceLs9UXfCGN6g%3D%3D