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The room was full of incredible leaders already making a huge impact... ...and they still showed up with curiosity and a willingness to learn something new. That’s what true leadership looks like: being brave enough to keep growing. Watching these leaders explore how AI can elevate their personal brands reminded me: technology is powerful, but it’s people who make it transformational. To the leaders who embrace learning in real time: you set the standard, my friends. I left today’s AI workshop fully inspired...hats off to you today!! (Were you there? LMK, I want to celebrate you in the comments!) Gillian Dunn, MA, PCC, ELI-MP Ilana Golan

🚀 𝘉𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴: My first 90 days as a solopreneur. When I left my corporate career, I thought I had it all mapped out. Spoiler: I didn’t. Here’s what really happened. 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗜 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲: ❌ Saying “yes” to every opportunity (I'm not for everyone, everyone is not for me) ❌ Spending weeks perfecting what I do instead of talking to prospects ❌ Underestimating how much mindset matters in running solo 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱: ✅ Leveraging my network (My first clients were people I knew or they referred) ✅ Testing small offers before creating big ones ✅ Building habits that kept me consistent 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗻? 💡 Not sure if she remembers, but early in 2022, I began to explore the idea of coaching for someone else. My conversation with Ilana Golan completely shifted my perspective in that I CAN build my own brand and needed a bit of assistance with the HOW. What got you here won't get you there, right?!?! Sometimes you need to hire an expert to work with you in making the next leap. Different challenges from corporate life, but many more exciting opportunities. And that’s what keeps this solo journey moving forward. --- Join me TODAY at my How to Brand and Monetize You webinar, where I will share how to get started. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/eTUZAYgW

📣 Calling all high-acheivers! I'm going LIVE with a FREE 3-day Challenge starting August 19th Type 'ALL IN' in the comments if you plan to join. 👇

The future of work isn’t just a changing job market. It’s a world where the old rules no longer apply. We've built one of Inc.'s fastest-growing private companies by recognizing this fundamental shift, and Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn, recently shared a powerful observation that resonates deeply with our core beliefs at Leap Academy: "A 'career' is no longer a single ladder to climb. It's becoming a portfolio of projects, experiments, and creative bets. One where autonomy, purpose, and ownership matter more than job titles or credentials." Here are 4 reasons why you should embrace a portfolio career:

Look who I bumped into! Leap Academy 's Ilana Golan Leap Academy is one of the Inc5000 fastest-growing companies in America and focuses on empowering and educating executives, teams, and companies to *leap* further, faster, and into a successful future. After joining Ilana a few months ago on stage at #LeapCon, where we discussed the future of work, leaping in your career, and the partnership between humans and tech, I was thrilled to continue the conversation. We were fortunate to join Virgin Unite at an intimate gathering on #NeckerIsland with global leaders to discuss education, the future of work, climate change, peacekeeping, poverty alleviation, and so much more! We both left with a renewed sense of purpose and commitment to help humans adapt in the new age of AI, so you will be seeing more from us as we collaborate to make a difference! If you are in transition or considering what is next in your career, definitely check out Leap Academy! #DisruptForGood #TechForGood #FutureOfWork

“It’s impossible to bootstrap an 8-figure company.” That’s what they told me. 🗣️ “You’ll need investors.” 🗣️ “It’s too hard.” 🗣️ “You can’t scale impact and revenue without funding.” I heard it all. And in the early days, I almost believed them. There were weeks—long, exhausting weeks— where our revenue was stuck at $0. No deals. No breakthroughs. Just relentless effort… and silence. The self-doubt was deafening. Every “no” felt personal. Every rejection felt like starting over. And every success story I saw online made me wonder: “Maybe I’m not cut out for this.” ‼️ But here’s the thing: You don’t need everyone to believe in you. YOU need to believe in you.  Lean on help. And most importantly… You need to believe in the people you’re here to serve. That’s what kept me going. One client at a time. One leap at a time. I didn’t chase shiny funding rounds. I chased impact. With an amazing team. Real people. Real transformations. And somewhere along the way… The impossible became possible. 🚀💜 ⸻ 🗣️ In 2023, Leap Academy crossed $10M+ in revenue And for two years now, we’re one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Bootstrapped. Built with heart, grit, and a mission that mattered. But more importantly: We’ve helped thousands of people reinvent their careers And their lives. This isn’t a victory lap. This is a reminder: ➡️ If they say it’s impossible, you’re probably on the right path. To every founder, coach, and dreamer who keeps hearing “no:”   If you want MORE for yourself… Keep going. Keep leaping. Because one day, your “impossible” will simply be… your story. 💬 What’s the “impossible” goal you’re working towards right now? Share it below. Let’s cheer each other on. 👏👇

I listened to one of the most inspiring people I know, Ilana Golan, interviewing one of the most inspiring people on the planet, Gary Vaynerchuk, on her podcast. It's packed with great insights and energy, and is a great one to listen to over the weekend. Shabbat Shalom! https://lnkd.in/gKA7sx_B #Inspiration #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #GrowthMindset #PodcastRecommendation #WeekendListening #ShabbatShalom

Leap Achieved! I joined Aflac last month. I am excited for this opportunity to help others. It is another petal in my portfolio career. I am grateful to Ilana Golan and the team at Leap Academy. As I make outreach to educate others about Aflac, I remember the weekly pitch practice calls with the Leap family. What's next? Develop this petal, and be on the lookout for the next one.

I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Director of Sales And Business Development at ClubWorks Engineering!

In Tel Aviv Monday? (Love to see you) I'll be speaking in Tel Aviv at a private event for 18X Elite Impact Startup Experts on 'Building wealth through portfolio career.' 18X Elite Impact empowers IDF reservists and veterans to build successful and impactful startups. This is an exclusive gathering and it going to be so good! As my Friends, If you wish to explore joining the 18X network (its an incredible network ) and potentially attend future events, including a last-minute chance for this one, connect with 18X Elite Impact, Mike Silberg or Avigail Levine asap. I’ve known Mike for years. He attended Leap Academy and been a long time member of the International LEAP Network . He always loves connecting great people together which he now does in a big way for an incredible cause. Hope to see you in Tel Aviv Monday! #PortfolioCareer #Networking #EliteImpact #Startups