EPISODE · Apr 11, 2022 · 58 MIN
Developing Grit with Shannon Huffman-Polson - E68
from Lead To Excel Podcast · host Maureen Chiana & Shannon Huffman Polson
Send us Fan MailI am joined in this episode by Shannon Huffman Polson - the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership institute committed to whole leader development and a focus on grit and resilience.As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson shares her passion and firsthand experience in and study of leadership and grit to companies and organizations.We discuss the difference between grit and resilience and why it is important to keep revisiting grit. Polson says - "The more agency you give your people, the more confident they will feel in the face of change and challenges". We all have the gift of 'Choice '.Shannon is a graduate of Duke University and the Tuck School at Dartmouth.Get In Touch With ShannonWebsites -http://www.shannonpolson.com http://www.thegritinstitute.comStay Connected with MaureenWebsite: https://www.maureenchiana.comTraining Academy: https://www.themindsightacademy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenchiana/Let's have a chat:Book a Free Consultation Call: https://calendly.com/maureen-77/30minSupport the showThank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to hit 'Subscribe' to stay updated on future conversations. For more insights and connections, follow me on LinkedIn, and don't miss out on our exclusive merchandise designed to inspire and rewire at our Online Shop. Elevate your journey with our courses at the Website and Online Academy. Stay curious and empowered!
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Send us Fan Mail I am joined in this episode by Shannon Huffman Polson - the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience and Leadership in the Most Male Dominated Organization in the World, and the founder of The Grit Institute, a leadership institute committed to whole leader development and a focus on grit and resilience. As one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the U.S. Army, Polson shares her passion and firsthand experience in and study of leadership and grit to compa...
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