The Central Role of Relationships for a Great Leader with Dale Dawson

There does not have to be a disparity between the calling of success in business, and a passion-driven, divinely inspired pursuit of meaning. These things can culminate by allowing a fulfilling career in the business to serve others and spread positivity and empowerment through the work. Dale Dawson joins us on the show today to share his story in business and non-governmental projects that have landed him as the Founder and CEO of Bridge2Rwanda, a powerful organization that is helping young Rwandans, travel and learn before returning to their country to enrich its fabric and economy! One of the most beautiful messages that Dale shares is about living in uncertainty. He believes that uncertainty is not something we have to run away from, and we should attempt to live with more of it in our lives. When we pursue passions in a less fearful way we end up in a more connected realm, where we are really able to take the focus away from ourselves and serve those around us. We also talk about Dale's father, his leadership style, the power of friendship building, and much more. So make sure to listen in with us on the Sheer Clarity Podcast today!

Key Points From This Episode:

• This moment in Dale's professional career and the path that has led him this far. 
• The development of Bridge2Rwanda and the idea behind its mission to help the country. 
• Dale's early years in Texas and the influence his father had on him.
• Making the transition from the investment world and looking for something related to passion. 
• The basics of Dale's leadership style; focussing on unity and clarity. 
• Mentors that helped Dale along the way and the people who guided his idea of leadership.
• Thoughts on leadership, friendship, and communication culture today.
• The component steps in maintaining your network; the kinds of communication and actions that really connect.
• How Dale learned the power of friendships and connection at a later stage in his career.
• An example of an important lesson about fear that Dale learned through a difficult failure.
• Living on the edge of uncertainty and the benefits of allowing things to be uncertain. 
• Links between uncertainty, success, and a faith in God.   
• How the skills that Dale developed over a lifetime came to serve him perfectly in his new work.
• Dale's advice to his younger self about selflessness, business, and finding a divine calling! 
• How to connect with Dale, help out, and learn more about Bridge2Rwanda.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Bridge2Rwanda

Dale Dawson on Twitter

Paul Kagame

Halftime Institute

Founders Advisors

Diamond State Ventures

KPMG

Stephens Inc.

Walmart

Jack Stephens

Sam Walton

J.B. Hunt

Sheer Clarity

J. Kevin McHugh

JKM Management

Sheer Clarity on Twitter