Acclaimed author of "The Way Up: Climbing the Corporate Mountain as a Professional of Color." Errol L. Pierre(@Errol L. Pierre) shares his dynamic expertise on how to succeed as a leader and professional. As the Senior VP, Errol's precision and insights are invaluable to anyone starting out or a senior-level executive. Recently completing his Doctorate in Business Administration from Baruch College, Errol seamlessly blends academic acumen with practical industry experience, enriching the ongoing conversation of DEI, mentorship, and being on purpose.
Key Takeaways:
Optimal Performance Strategy: Execute tasks with unwavering commitment and enthusiasm. Wholehearted dedication to each endeavor maximizes the potential for success and fulfillment. Opportunities present themselves in the synchronicity of life.
Strategic Interaction Approach: Adopt a professional mindset akin to "One Day, One Life." Treat every daily interaction as if it were an interview, promoting attentiveness and respect for meaningful connections. Show up as your best each day and prepare for the best possible outcome in all your interactions.
Cultural Awareness for Harmony: Acknowledge that societal divisiveness often stems from limited exposure to diverse cultures. Foster unity by actively seeking to understand and appreciate different cultural perspectives. Regardless of who we are, we all have biases; this is an important distinction when engaging in and facilitating complex discussions.
Learning through Errors: View mistakes as valuable learning opportunities. Making a diverse array of mistakes can lead to a wealth of knowledge and increased intelligence. However, repetitive errors without adaptation require corrective action to ensure continued growth and success.
Mentorship Principle: A genuine mentor facilitates the journey of individuals in discovering their true selves. Acting as a guide and shepherd, a mentor provides support without giving answers. Like bowling bumpers, mentors offer nudges and guidance, encouraging mentees to navigate their personal growth paths. The focus lies on answering questions, reminding them of guiding principles, and gently steering them towards self-discovery and industry expectations.