She's Responsible for $7 Billion! Her Immigrant Mentality Is A Key To Her Success
The former CEO of UNICEF emphasizes the importance of living with intentionality, a philosophy that involves making conscious choices and decisions in alignment with one's values and goals.
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In this episode, I speak with Caryl Stern, a remarkable leader and philanthropist. Caryl's background includes serving as the Executive Director of the Walton Family Foundation, being on the Board of Directors at The Container Store, and leading UNICEF USA. She shares the importance of doing good, influenced by her immigrant mentality and the serendipity of life. Caryl emphasizes being open to new opportunities and embracing roles that scare us. We discuss her pivotal moment in choosing philanthropy and the profound experiences she's encountered. Caryl highlights how helping others releases feel-good chemicals and the significance of humility.
Throughout the episode, Caryl emphasizes the significance of humility in leadership and philanthropy. She eloquently explains how true greatness lies in recognizing that we don't have all the answers and that we must listen and learn from others to make a genuine impact. Her inspiring words remind us that by approaching our endeavors with humility and a genuine desire to serve, we can create lasting change and build stronger, more compassionate communities.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The power of embracing unexpected opportunities and facing challenges head-on to achieve personal and professional growth.
The profound impact of philanthropy and how acts of kindness can lead to a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment.
The significance of humility in leadership and how it fosters meaningful connections and positive change.
How life experiences and serendipitous moments can shape our passions and purpose.
How you can make a difference in your own sphere of influence.
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