Sh*t There Are No Mistakes

In this episode, host Maricella Herrera sits down with Lan Phan, a leadership educator and author, who helps us explore the true meaning of success and purpose. Lan's story is a testament to resilience, discovery, and the transformative power of community. She shares insights from her book Do This Daily: Secrets for Finding Success, Happiness, and Purpose in Work and Life, guiding us through the process of identifying and ranking our values, and introducing us to Ikigai—a Japanese concept for finding our reason for being.Our conversation dives into practical ways to shift your mindset, including the subtle but powerful impact of adding “yet” to your thoughts. Lan’s wisdom challenged me to rethink my goals and redefine success on my own terms. I’m confident her insights will inspire you to do the same.Oh! And one quick favor 🙏 - could you vote for my South by Southwest Submission? It’s all about the ideas we discuss in this podcast. Learn more and vote here: https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/153199About Lan Phan:Lan Phan is a force in the world of purpose-driven leadership and personal development. As the author of Do This Daily, she’s become a guiding light for executives worldwide, with her strategies featured in The Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Money. Lan’s influence spans from global stages like the United Nations to top universities like Stanford and NYU Law. Her dynamic presence on LinkedIn and YouTube empowers millions annually, solidifying her place among the top 100 LinkedIn creators globally and the top ten in Management and Leadership.Community of Seven: communityofseven.comLinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/lanphanInstagram:Instagram.com/lanphanc7Facebook: facebook.com/communityofsevenKey Lessons Learned:* Rank Your Values: Identify and prioritize what truly matters to guide your decisions and align your life with your core beliefs.* Redefine Success: Move beyond traditional metrics and focus on finding fulfillment by aligning your work and life with your values and passions.* Embrace Ikigai: Discover your purpose by balancing what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.* Shift Your Mindset with "Yet": Transform obstacles into opportunities for growth by adding “yet” to your mindset.* Leverage Community: Surround yourself with supportive people who remind you of your worth and help you navigate transitions.Episode Notes:* 00:00 - Introduction and Personal Update from Spain* 05:58 - Lan Phan's Journey: From Law Aspirations to Teaching* 12:01 - Discovering Ikigai: Finding Your Purpose* 17:18 - Redefining Success: Aligning with Core Values* 21:46 - Fixed vs. Growth Mindset* 22:05 - The Power of 'Yet'* 22:13 - Action Over Visualization* 23:25 - Change Requires Change* 24:04 - The Importance of Environment* 25:30 - Prioritizing Values* 28:10 - Redefining Productivity* 32:47 - Navigating Career Transitions* 40:02 - Lessons from Building a Community* 42:26 - Embracing the JourneyThis is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit maricellaherrera.substack.com