EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

EP12: "Building Community by Showing Up For Others" with Lexi Mickens

In this episode, Myron connects with Lexi Mickens shares her journey from sports to tech to becoming a founder. Key highlights include: 1. Showing up early, communicating loudly and often, and putting teammates first are valuable lessons from sports that can be applied in any industry. 2. Building a genuine and equitable community is important for personal and professional growth. 3. Run It Bank, Lexi's organization, offers free basketball programs for student athletes and adults, creating a supportive and inclusive community. 4. Values such as respect, communication, and support are essential for building strong relationships within a community. Community building is essential for providing support and opportunities to underserved communities. 5. Mentorship is most effective when there is relatability and representation between mentors and mentees. 6. In-person events are valuable for fostering genuine connections and creating a sense of community. 7. Empathy and understanding are crucial in building connections and supporting others. 8. Motherhood can be a challenging but rewarding journey that requires empathy and a balance between personal and professional life.

EP11: "Running as a Path to Personal Growth" with "Coach Carl" Leivers

In this episode, Myron connects with his award winning running coach - "Coach Carl" Leivers - on his values, journey, and lessons. Key takeaways include: 1. Coach Carl's value of creating a plan for the runner's goals, not his own. 2. Coach Carl's value of tailoring each plan to the runner's motivations and life. 3. Creating sustainable plans that prioritize enjoyment and long-term improvement. 4. Valuing the importance of community in running. 5. Being responsive to training progress (and/ or hiccups) without being reactionary 6. Understanding the purpose of each workout in context to the larger goal and adjusting accordingly 7. Including rest and recovery in the plan - and having healthy adjustments when needed 8. Educations role in coaching 9. Running's significant mental health benefits 10. Running provides a sense of personal growth and achievement

EP10: "Developing with Empathy and Lean Methodology" with Tiffany Spencer

In this episode, we sit down with Tiffany Spencer about her values, journey in tech as an IC, Leader, and now Founder, and the lessons she has learned along the way. Tiffany emphasizes the importance of service and giving back, which has been a core value throughout her career, and why she's started the Dreamin' in Color Conference. Tiffany also discusses her role as a leader and the importance of empathy and collaboration. We wrap up by emphasizing the value of investing in self-development and personal growth, and using Lean Methodology in all parts of life to learn/ test quickly, validate, and get out of our own ways or perfection and comparisons.

EP9: "Being Thoughtful in Our Impact and Journey" with Davidson Hang

In this episode, Myron connects with Davidson Hang to discuss his professional journey, the values that have guided him along the way. Davidson shares his experiences in sales, leadership, and entrepreneurship and how he has integrated his values of relationships, thoughtfulness, and vulnerability. Emphasis is put on the importance of mental health, personal growth, and finding sustainability. We also explore the impact of social influence and the need for creating safe spaces for underrepresented groups. The conversation delves into imposter syndrome and the process of discovering one's why. Finally, we discuss the art of co-creation and collaboration in achieving personal and professional goals.

EP8: "Finding Your Voice, Values, and Tribe" with Connie Yoo

In this episode, Myron chats with Connie Yoo about her journey in tech and the lessons she has learned along the way. She discusses the transition from working in the food industry to entering the tech world and the challenges she faced. Connie also highlights the importance of authenticity, building relationships, and taking advantage of your network in order to succeed in sales roles. They explore the role of solution engineering and the spectrum of technicality within the field. They also touch on the significance of avoiding groupthink and including diverse perspectives. Connie shares her insights on growing and navigating adult conversations, as well as the power of storytelling in demos. They emphasize the importance of connection and tailoring to the audience, and discuss the creation of a co-creative path to success.