The Power of Connections

Ted Gonder: The Importance Of Creative Compromise And Pursuing Your Interests


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In this episode, Rich and Ted discuss: 

  • Dreaming big and having the discipline and grit
  • Why surrounding yourself with motivating people matters
  • The true sense of belonging in friendships 
  • The importance of letting your kids pursue what they like
  • Creative compromise in the relationship

 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Instilling a sense of discipline and grit by combining mentorship with exposure and immersion in leadership can help someone dream big, set goals, and achieve whatever they are passionate about.
  • Being around people who inspire you and who can make you a better person is the key to building motivation and discipline in yourself.
  • There is no need to change anything about you, nor do you need to conform to a standard of behavior, to feel truly connected, and to develop deep, powerful relationships.
  • It's okay to provide your child with opportunities to develop their skills early, but allow them to also explore and learn what they are truly interested in so that they stay active while having fun.
  • Keeping a healthy marriage and relationship requires creative compromising, which means balancing what you pursue and what you let go while staying supportive of one another.

 

"Success is a holistic pursuit of all the different dimensions of your life, family relationships, other forms of legacy, whether like the small acts of kindness that you perform on a daily basis." —  Ted Gonder

    

About Ted Gonder: Ted Gonder is a graduate of the University of Chicago. He is the Founder of Moneythink, an organization dedicated to building the financial capability of young adults through technology-enhanced peer mentorship. 

In 2015, Ted was named to Forbes' "30 Under 30" and Crain's "20 in Their 20s" lists. He currently heads up growth at the New York-based firm Getro, a tech platform accelerating companies and professionals doing work that matters. 

Outside of work, Ted is the grateful father of three boys and a happy husband to his amazing wife Franzi. He enjoys CrossFit, martial arts, and exploring nature.

  

Connect with Ted Gonder:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedgonder/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/tedgonder 

 

 

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