Season 18 · Episode 7
Leadership and Resilience: Lessons from Walt Disney with Dr. Jeffrey A. Barnes
The Inspired Choice - Leadership Strategies & Inspiring Stories · Dr. Caroline Biesalski
December 1, 202521m 34s
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Show Notes
Caroline Biesalski introduces Dr. Jeffrey A. Barnes, exploring his unique connection to Walt Disney and his background achievements. The conversation delves into leadership lessons from Disney for entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of building authority in a niche you love. Dr. Barnes shares insights into Disney's early struggles and the critical role of resilience. His own journey from professor to speaker and author is highlighted, along with a pivotal career moment. The discussion touches on the value of coaches and mentors. Dr. Barnes shares his online presence and upcoming projects, concluding with encouragement for listeners to pursue their passions with determination.
(0:00) Introduction to Dr. Jeffrey A. Barnes and his connection to Walt Disney
(1:04) Welcoming Dr. Jeffrey A. Barnes and background achievements
(2:09) Leadership lessons from Walt Disney for entrepreneurs
(3:16) Building authority in a niche you love
(4:49) Walt Disney's early struggles and the importance of resilience
(8:27) Dr. Barnes' journey from professor to speaker/author
(12:30) A pivotal moment in Dr. Barnes' career
(16:22) The role of coaches and mentors
(17:56) Dr. Jeffrey A. Barnes' online presence and upcoming projects
(20:01) Final thoughts and encouragement for listeners