Running Downhill While Others Struggle: What Sets Winning Leaders Apart

Delusional Optimism and Resilience: A Conversation with Donald Miller

This episode of 'Hardcore and At Ease' features Donald Miller , a bestselling author and business leader, sharing his journey from writing memoirs to becoming a successful business consultant. Host Shelly Rood delves into Miller's unique mindset of 'delusional optimism' and risk-taking, highlighting how focusing on the potential upside can overcome fears of failure. Miller discusses the importance of resilience, teamwork, and the broader mission that drives him. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their potential, take risks, and cultivate resilience by moving past mistakes quickly. Rood wraps up by challenging the audience to focus on small chances of success rather than potential failures.

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

03:39 Donald Miller's Journey: From Memoirs to Business

06:54 The Mindset of Resilience and Risk-Taking

18:37 The Myth of Typing vs. Writing

18:55 Balancing Parenthood and Writing

22:27 Faith, Resilience, and Leadership

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