Emotional Value at Work: Barstool Sports CEO on Leadership’s Untapped Superpower

Welcome to another insightful episode of “Show Your Value” with Lee Benson! In this episode, we’re honored to host Erika Ayers Badan, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of the transformative book “Nobody Cares About Your Career.”

Erika takes us on a journey through her dynamic career—from starting as a receptionist to leading major companies—and shares invaluable lessons on career advancement, creating value at work, and building resilience in today’s fast-paced world.

Powerful Quotes from Erika:

1. “I really believe work is tuition that you get paid for. Work is just a place for you to learn and experiment and try things and figure out who the heck you are while getting paid to do it.”
2. “Struggle creates resilience, and if you are not resilient… if you can’t play hurt, you will never be great because you will keep moving up, but then you will get to a point where you’re deeply challenged, and you will not have the struggle to learn from.”
3. “Get over your ego, put aside your insecurity, just go for it, know you’re going to mess up… that’s a message that I think speaks to everyone.”

Key Takeaways:

• Embrace Work as a Learning Opportunity: See your job as a platform to learn, grow, and discover who you are—all while getting paid.
• Build Resilience Through Struggle: Understand that challenges and failures are essential for personal and professional development.
• Influence Workplace Culture Positively: By caring, contributing, and being open to feedback, you can make a significant impact on your work environment.
• Be Proactive in Your Career Advancement: Continuously seek opportunities to create value and don’t wait for others to drive your career forward.
• Stay Focused on Your Vision: Let your personal and professional goals guide you, keeping distractions and negativity at bay.

Join us as we delve deep into Erika’s unique perspectives on leadership, digital marketing, and building thriving communities. Whether you’re just starting out, in the midst of your career, or contemplating your next big move, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will inspire you to take charge and show your value to the world.

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