Megan and Tim share insights and inspirations from the 2017 Inc. GrowCo conference in New Orleans.

Notes:

• Overall vibe of conference – sharing of ideas, connection and collaboration
• New Ventures Megan and Tim have launched:
  • Uphill Strategies – Leadership & Team Development
  • UCYP: Uphill Conversations Young Professionals
• Going with your gut/intuition vs conducting direct or indirect research
• If your road to your dream isn’t built, maybe it’s time to break ground
• Social media has made everyone a part of the media
• Self-expression & showcasing identity
• Authenticity and willingness to learn is key to building trust
• Intentionality in building your business and personal brands
• Letting people behind the curtain (allowing yourself to be vulnerable) fosters a strong connection and allows for learning
• Sometimes you need to take a chance and step outside of your circle
• Importance of being mission focused
• There is great power in the words we speak into our daughters and son
• Value of having strong, complimentary, collaborative partnerships
• Life and business are expansive – take your time and adjust your speed

Books / Resources / People:

• Harriet Tubman
• Shama Hyder, The Marketing Zen Group
• Neil Blumenthal, Warby Parker
• Sheryl Sandberg, Option B, Lean In
• Kevin O’Leary
• John C. Maxwell, Sometimes You Win, Sometimes You Learn
• Uphill Strategies
• UCYP: Uphill Conversations Young Professionals podcast

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