Lighting the Spark: Dr. Sherrie Gilbert’s Guide to Fostering Aspirations and Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

Ever felt like you're on autopilot, stuck in the grind while your dreams collect dust on the shelf? Dr. Sherrie Gilbert, a beacon of inspiration and senior lecturer at Auburn University, joins us to shake us awake with her story of reigniting passions and rewriting the script of life. Together, we unearth the seeds of ambition that lie dormant within us all, discussing her path from an unpaid internship to becoming an author. Her tale is a clarion call to embrace a life that sings with joy and purpose, not just one that ticks the boxes of societal success.

As the conversation flows, we uncover the art of balancing professional drive with the riches of personal life. I mirror Dr. Gilbert's insights with my own experiences, reflecting on how the precious currency of time must be spent wisely. Drawing parallels with Fink's backward design approach, listeners will uncover how to architect a 'personal syllabus' for life, ensuring that the pursuit of goals dovetails with the cultivation of a fulfilling existence. It's about sowing the seeds of your aspirations and tending to them with the same dedication you'd give to a blooming garden.

Capping off our discussion, we delve into the heart of dreams and their power to transform not just our own lives, but also to act as a beacon for others.  Sherrie shares a glimpse into her upcoming book, a manifesto of the values she imparts to her students and the potent bonds formed through authenticity and shared aspirations. We celebrate the notion that it's never too late to chase what truly sets your heart ablaze, highlighting her encounters with legendary individuals like Otis Williams of the Temptations. Join us and be inspired to not only chase your dreams but to light the way for others as well.

https://www.amazon.com/Make-Happen-Creating-Instead-Settling/dp/B0CDNSH8BH

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***Last thing- I'd love to interview the following women:

• Joan Jett
• Dolly Parton
• Viola Davis
• Ina Garten

Maybe you can help me get there****

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