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The Power of Mentorship in Personal Growth
Mikel Martin Bio:
Mikel is father of a 16 year old daughter and devoted husband for 25 years.
His life journey has taken him from High Schools drop-out and laid off factory worked to Distinguished Experience Design Architect at Autodesk inc, a fortune 500 company.
Mikel, is seen a vision leader and mentor to many in the Autodesk community and beyond.
When asked how he tackles problems, Mikel answered:
Know the problem, embrace the complexity, find the simplicity.
I believe that the best solutions emerge when you fully understand the problem, embrace its complexities, and then distill it down to its simplest form. This philosophy guides my approach to most problem solving, for work and in life.
Guest Contact Information:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikelmartin/
Host Contact Information:
- Rob Stein
Summary:
In this episode of the Forged Fathers podcast, host Rob Stein interviews Michael Martin, a long-time friend and mentor. They discuss Michael's journey from a high school dropout to a distinguished architect at a Fortune 500 company, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, resilience, and daily habits for personal growth. The conversation explores the six pillars of the Forged Fathers framework, the significance of open communication in relationships, and the balance between authority and friendship in parenting. Michael shares insights on navigating life's challenges and the necessity of leading through influence rather than force.
Takeaways:
- Mentorship plays a crucial role in personal and professional growth.
- Daily habits like meditation and exercise help maintain balance and effectiveness.
- It's important to recognize the difference between what we can control and what we cannot.
- Open communication is essential in relationships, especially in parenting.
- Resilience is built through acknowledging challenges and taking proactive steps to address them.
- Leading through influence fosters better relationships than leading through authority.
- Teaching children to make decisions empowers them for the future.
- Life's challenges are universal; how we respond defines our character.
- Gratitude practices can significantly improve mental well-being.
- Understanding one's identity beyond job roles is vital for personal fulfillment.
Sponsors:
- ChiroThin from Back To Health Wellness Center
- Elevate YOUniversity Coaching, Consulting, CRM
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By Rob SteinMikel Martin Bio:
Mikel is father of a 16 year old daughter and devoted husband for 25 years.
His life journey has taken him from High Schools drop-out and laid off factory worked to Distinguished Experience Design Architect at Autodesk inc, a fortune 500 company.
Mikel, is seen a vision leader and mentor to many in the Autodesk community and beyond.
When asked how he tackles problems, Mikel answered:
Know the problem, embrace the complexity, find the simplicity.
I believe that the best solutions emerge when you fully understand the problem, embrace its complexities, and then distill it down to its simplest form. This philosophy guides my approach to most problem solving, for work and in life.
Guest Contact Information:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikelmartin/
Host Contact Information:
- Rob Stein
Summary:
In this episode of the Forged Fathers podcast, host Rob Stein interviews Michael Martin, a long-time friend and mentor. They discuss Michael's journey from a high school dropout to a distinguished architect at a Fortune 500 company, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, resilience, and daily habits for personal growth. The conversation explores the six pillars of the Forged Fathers framework, the significance of open communication in relationships, and the balance between authority and friendship in parenting. Michael shares insights on navigating life's challenges and the necessity of leading through influence rather than force.
Takeaways:
- Mentorship plays a crucial role in personal and professional growth.
- Daily habits like meditation and exercise help maintain balance and effectiveness.
- It's important to recognize the difference between what we can control and what we cannot.
- Open communication is essential in relationships, especially in parenting.
- Resilience is built through acknowledging challenges and taking proactive steps to address them.
- Leading through influence fosters better relationships than leading through authority.
- Teaching children to make decisions empowers them for the future.
- Life's challenges are universal; how we respond defines our character.
- Gratitude practices can significantly improve mental well-being.
- Understanding one's identity beyond job roles is vital for personal fulfillment.
Sponsors:
- ChiroThin from Back To Health Wellness Center
- Elevate YOUniversity Coaching, Consulting, CRM