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#22 Truett Black - You can't do it alone

35 min Ā· 21. juli 2025
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šŸŽ™ļø Trying to reinvent yourself alone? Here’s why that never works—and what to do instead. Today in The Reinvention Room, I'm joined by Truett (True) Black, a lifelong learner and executive coach based in Taipei. True has spent years supporting individuals and teams through moments of real change, helping them find clarity, purpose, and practical ways forward. Our conversation explores how our own experiences shape our paths, why community and mentorship matter more than ever, and the real value of lifelong learning, especially when you're feeling stuck. šŸ’” Here's what we cover in this episode: šŸŽ¤ Why lifelong learning matters—but only if you apply it. šŸŽ¤ The power of experiential learning—reflecting intentionally to move forward. šŸŽ¤ Why community and mentorship aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential. šŸŽ¤ The role AI can play—leveraging your real-life experience to stay relevant. šŸŽ¤ The necessity of letting go—True gets real about the discomfort in change, and why embracing it matters. šŸŽ¤ Practical tips for finding mentors who genuinely understand your journey. šŸŽ¤ How self-accountability and support from others combine to create lasting change. šŸŽ§ In True’s own words:"We need other people. You simply can't do it alone. Get support." šŸ“Œ Connect with True: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/truettblack/ Upcoming Book: Training Zen (coming soon!) šŸ’” If someone you know is stuck or trying to go it alone, share this episode. It could be the conversation they need to hear. Thanks again, True, for a great conversation—and thank you for listening in. Let's get reinventing.šŸ”— Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/šŸ’” Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.šŸ’¬ Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast developed. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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#23 Kate Capelli: Whose Life Are you Living?

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episode #22 Truett Black - You can't do it alone artwork

#22 Truett Black - You can't do it alone

šŸŽ™ļø Trying to reinvent yourself alone? Here’s why that never works—and what to do instead. Today in The Reinvention Room, I'm joined by Truett (True) Black, a lifelong learner and executive coach based in Taipei. True has spent years supporting individuals and teams through moments of real change, helping them find clarity, purpose, and practical ways forward. Our conversation explores how our own experiences shape our paths, why community and mentorship matter more than ever, and the real value of lifelong learning, especially when you're feeling stuck. šŸ’” Here's what we cover in this episode: šŸŽ¤ Why lifelong learning matters—but only if you apply it. šŸŽ¤ The power of experiential learning—reflecting intentionally to move forward. šŸŽ¤ Why community and mentorship aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential. šŸŽ¤ The role AI can play—leveraging your real-life experience to stay relevant. šŸŽ¤ The necessity of letting go—True gets real about the discomfort in change, and why embracing it matters. šŸŽ¤ Practical tips for finding mentors who genuinely understand your journey. šŸŽ¤ How self-accountability and support from others combine to create lasting change. šŸŽ§ In True’s own words:"We need other people. You simply can't do it alone. Get support." šŸ“Œ Connect with True: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/truettblack/ Upcoming Book: Training Zen (coming soon!) šŸ’” If someone you know is stuck or trying to go it alone, share this episode. It could be the conversation they need to hear. Thanks again, True, for a great conversation—and thank you for listening in. Let's get reinventing.šŸ”— Connect with Gwendy:gwendy@owningyourspace.iowww.owningyourspace.iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendykrijger-rabbitte/šŸ’” Topics covered: career reinvention, mid-life reinvention, CliftonStrengths, personal growth, identity shifts, mindset change, and how to start fresh at any age.✨ Subscribe for weekly insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you confidently reinvent your work and life.šŸ’¬ Note: The App has been removed from the App Store and Google Play. I discontinued the work due to a shift in priorities, as my coaching practice and podcast developed. #CareerChange #Reinvention #CliftonStrengths #TheReinventionRoom

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