Megan Shapiro: Authenticity as a Superpower

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, Jesse reconnects with Megan Shapiro, an accomplished lawyer and repeat guest. They discuss her evolving career and ventures, including launching the Converge Construction Summit and her business coaching initiatives. Megan shares insights on navigating setbacks, growing her network, and intentionally serving her community. With candid stories of her unique branding journey and strategic goals, this episode offers inspiration for professionals looking to leverage their skills and passion for greater impact in their industries. 00:00 Overcoming Setbacks and Learning from Failures 00:18 Introducing the Guest: Megan Shapiro 02:10 The Power of Branding and Personal Style 03:36 Embracing the Pink Blazer: A Branding Journey 06:43 Building a Community and Networking 11:54 The Importance of Tenacity and Resilience 13:09 Creating and Marketing Online Courses 16:41 The Value of Authentic Engagement 21:06 In-Person Networking and Building Relationships 26:20 Exploring New Ventures: Do It Like a Lawyer 31:15 From Conversation to Workshop 31:44 The Make Your Case Workshop 32:29 Challenges with Male Audiences 33:14 Success with Women-Focused Workshops 34:08 Resilience and Rejection 35:41 Expanding Influence and Impact 40:02 Balancing Law and Business 42:43 The Converged Construction Summit 53:47 Future Plans and Intentional Growth 58:23 Final Thoughts and Reflections Lets leave the Construction Industry Better than We Found It https://www.depthbuilder.com/construction-leadership-lab Download the free PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be