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FAILING OFTEN

Are you failing enough?

Why would you want to do that?

If you’re not failing at something, are you even trying?

There is no one who has ever achieved anything truly great that didn’t fail on the way there. Anyone in entrepreneurship knows this first hand, but having the mindset of failure not being something to be avoided but embraced is something I’ve been working on.

The pathway to success is paved to failure. I think back to learning about Thomas Edison as he discovered the light bulb. He “failed” thousands of times, but instead said every failure was a way that didn’t work and got him that much closer to success.

I’ve seen that firsthand with what I’ve done with IncrediPaul. I’ve done a lot things over the years and trying something new yet again with this Be Incredible Starter Pack. Maybe it’ll be successful, maybe I’ll learn something from it but regardless it’s bringing me closer to where I need to be.

I’m really passionate about leadership, but I know being the most incredible version of yourself as a young professional involves more than that. I have a couple of ideas around this and it’ll be revealed when the time is right, but for now I’ll keep trying, failing, learning then succeeding.

I had an incredible conversation about what it means to fail, learn, succeed and grow with Camille Smith in this week’s episode. She shared her story in STEM and how she founded an organization that’s changing the way people in STEM connect. Learn more by clicking the button or the YouTube link below!

MORE DETAILS ABOUT EPISODE

In this episode of IncrediPaul Leadership, host Paul Faronbi speaks with Camille Smith, a chemical engineer, social entrepreneur, and content creator. They discuss Camille's journey from aspiring doctor to chemical engineer, her experiences in STEM, and the importance of community building through her initiative, STEM Social. The conversation emphasizes the significance of intentionality in leadership, the value of feedback, and the distinction between management and true leadership. In this conversation, Paul Faronbi and Camille Smith discuss the importance of influencing change in continuous improvement processes, the growth and vision of STEM So(ul)cial, innovative approaches to learning and networking, and the significance of embracing failure as a pathway to success. Camille shares her experiences and insights on building relationships, the exponential growth of her organization, and the upcoming summit that aims to blend personal and technical development. The discussion emphasizes the value of community, support, and the lessons learned from failure in professional growth.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM EPISODE

• Failure in a class led Camille to reassess her career path and find her passion.

• Intentionality is crucial in leadership and personal growth.

• Community building is essential for personal and professional fulfillment.

• Feedback from the community is vital for the growth of initiatives.

• Leadership requires understanding individual needs and communication styles.

• Camille emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership.

• The distinction between management and leadership is critical for effective team dynamics. Influencing others is key in continuous improvement.

• Understanding pain points is essential for effective change.

• Building relationships with managers can enhance project outcomes.

• Engagement and community are vital for aspiring STEM professionals.

• Failing often is a part of the journey to success.

• Embracing failure can make the journey more fulfilling.

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