978: Fifteen Minutes of Shame: Fail, Learn, and Use Your Positive Mindset to Evolve with Des Hague

Adversity will come into our life no matter what. That’s just how life is. But how we handle our challenges and problems is up to us. We only have two choices: either you stay defeated or stand up, learn, and improve. Don’t let your failures get into your mind. Have the confidence, conviction, and courage to face whatever circumstance you may be, learn, and be a better you.

Des Hague is an author, speaker, and innovator in the international community. With over thirty years of experience, his innovative strategies have helped organizations like Centerplate, Safeway, IHOP, and Maytag expand consistently and remain fiercely competitive. He is also the author of the book entitled “Fifteen Minutes of Shame: How a Twitter Mob Nearly Ruined My Life.” Today, Des Hague will share insights about overcoming adversity, learning from your failure, the power of leading with laughter, and the five key leadership principles.

Quotes

"Do well and do good. That's what I try to do every single day of my life—to make the world a little bit better." - Des Hague

“Lead with laughter. We don't need more serious people in this world right now. We need to find positive people who can move forward and make a difference.” - Des Hague

“Adversity visits us all. Adversity is inevitable; defeat is optional. Choose carefully—if you feel that you can or cannot overcome it, you're right.” - Des Hague

Takeaways

01:06 Leading with laughter and embracing humor can bring a team together, foster innovation, and create a more positive work environment.

07:55 Adversity is inevitable, but how one chooses to respond to it can make all the difference between defeat and success.

15:31 Continuous learning and a never-stop-learning mindset are key to personal and professional growth, allowing one to adapt and solve problems effectively.

20:46 Comparing oneself to others can be detrimental, and it's important to focus on improving oneself rather than measuring up to external standards.

28:39 Owning one's mistakes and not being defined by one's worst moments can help build resilience and move forward with positivity.

Resources

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Filed in: Archive 4: 2020-2023 • Interview • Podcast

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