Pivot with Purpose with Meghan Houle
The heart of Pivot with Purpose is the moment a person decides to make a change in their life or career and this podcast is here to help you navigate those pivots, with confidence. Join in our conversations with inspiring individuals from all backgrounds, sharing their personal stories of how they overcame obstacles and fear to motivate and encourage YOU to take control of your life and forge your own destiny with actionable takeaways you can implement immediately to make meaningful changes on your path to achieving your goals. Host, Meghan Houle, is the ONE-STOP-SHOP for all things recruiting, business development, and career clarity navigating the intersection of her role as an Executive Recruiter and a Master Career & Business Coach, one can say she is the queen of the pivot and through these conversations will help you to SHIFT YOUR MINDSET, CHANGE YOUR DIRECTION, CHANGE YOUR LIFE. For more ways to engage and get all access to Meghan Houle Method content, join our community by signing up at www.meghanhoule.com and follow her educational and entertaining lifestyle stories on Instagram @allthingsmeghoule and @pivotwithpurpose_podcast.
Pivot with Purpose with Meghan Houle
Taking Bold Leaps with Steve Dennis
Welcome to Pivot With Purpose, where we dive into the art of career transitions and finding your professional footing. I’m your host Meghan Houle and today I am joined by strategic advisor, keynote speaker, podcast host, and bestselling author of Remarkable Retail and Leaders Leap, Steve Dennis! Steve has been named a top global retail influencer by multiple organizations, and his thoughts on the future of shopping are regularly shared in his role as a Forbes Senior Contributor, as well as through other media, including CNN, The Wall Street Journal, and Bloomberg. As a sought-after keynote speaker, Steve has delivered talks on six continents, sharing his unique perspective on what it takes to reignite customer growth in a world of unrelenting change and shifting consumer preferences. Steve is President of SageBerry Consulting, where he has advised dozens of brands on their growth strategies. Prior to founding Sageberry, he was chief strategy officer and SVP, of multichannel marketing at the Neiman Marcus Group. In this episode, I am so excited to share Steve's story of transitioning from the corporate sphere to inspirational leadership. Together we’ll talk about Steve’s lessons learned, leadership tips, and insights from the dynamic world of retail and luxury brands. Let’s get started!
Topics Covered:
(01:33) Steve’s role in strategic advisory for retail consumer brands and his early experiences in retail and understanding consumer behavior.
(07:00) Lessons from Steve’s time at Sears, dealing with challenging situations during the rise of the internet and e-commerce.
(12:30) Steve’s pivot to Neiman Marcus and his adaptation to the luxury retail environment.
(18:07) The Importance of hiring for soft skills and diversity of experience.
(27:11) Why companies fail to act on market trends and the psychological barriers such as fear and ego that keep them stuck.
(33:49) Tips for current and aspiring leaders on developing essential skills like vulnerability, empathy, and the importance of building trust within teams.
(52:27) The importance of companies being proactive and ready to lead.
(54:14) Career advice for those feeling stuck.
The business landscape is always rapidly changing, and standing still is the riskiest move of all! As leaders we need to embrace vulnerability, take calculated risks, and foster an environment where trust and innovation can thrive.
Want to learn more from Steve? Check out the Remarkable Retail Podcast!
Steve’s Links:
Website: https://stevenpdennis.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpdennis
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/StevenPDennis
Buy His Book “Leaders Leap”: https://stevenpdennis.com/leaders-leap/
Remarkable Retail Podcast: https://stevenpdennis.com/podcast/
Meghan Houle Method Career Community & Recruitment Resources:
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