Becoming the Expert with Gord Sandford

Send us Fan MailYour income and your passions don’t have to be separate.Gord Sandford pivoted his area of focus well into his consulting career – into an area that allowed him to do more of what he cared about.In this episode of The Fide Podcast, Gord shares how he built his authority as a leader in lifelong learning – after being known for successfully leading digital transformations for years.Key Takeaways:🎯 Decide what you want to do and stick with it through thick and thin.⚠️ Be provocative with your communications. Bring a unique perspective that makes people think.🏢 Do the work. Don’t just call yourself an expert—show up and demonstrate your authority.🙅‍♂️ Be honest. Tell your client what they need to hear, even if they don’t want to hear it. They’ll thank you in the long run.Interested in the Ikigai framework? Here’s a short article that expands on the concept: https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrismyers/2018/02/23/how-to-find-your-ikigai-and-transform-your-outlook-on-life-and-business/