Connecting With Purpose

Mark Griffin
Connecting With Purpose

Connecting With Purpose is a place for consequential conversations about doing what matters most in times when our families, workplaces, and communities need us. On the PurposeFused podcast, our partners host conversations with leaders from multiple sectors about what’s possible when we invest in leading and living with purpose, for ourselves and our teams. By learning from guests’ experiences in the purpose journey, as business leaders and humans beyond the workplace, the show serves as a catalyst for action. Connecting With Purpose inspires and guides discovery to embed purpose into people’s work and lives, improving wellbeing and performance for themselves, their organizations, and their worlds. We help leaders create the impact they seek and inspire a ripple effect of purpose activation.

  1. 16 DE JAN.

    Purpose-Driven Leadership and Ethical AI with Dr. Adam Russell

    In this episode of Connecting with Purpose, we’re joined by Dr. Adam Russell, Chief Vision Officer for the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute and Director of the AI Division at USC’s Information Sciences Institute. With an impressive background spanning DARPA, IARPA, and ARPA-H, Adam shares his journey through groundbreaking research in AI, human behavior, and national security. Adam reveals how embracing failure, leaning into fear, and cultivating an explorer mindset have shaped his purpose-driven career. We also dive into his work building leaders, teams, partnerships, and systems that help create AI that is trustworthy, ethical, and good for democracy. Key Takeaways: — Explorer Mindset: Why learning, adapting, and embracing the unknown are essential for navigating change.  — Failure as Feedback: How Adam turned setbacks into opportunities for growth and clarity. — Purpose in Transition: How purpose acts as a north star when moving between roles, challenges, and opportunities. — AI for Democracy: How Adam’s work aims to enhance the trustworthiness of AI and its alignment with democratic values. Adam’s insights illuminate how we can all create meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving world by focusing on purpose, connection, and intentional growth. Connect with Adam: LinkedIn 🔗 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more conversations about purpose, performance, and creating lasting impact. #ConnectingWithPurpose #ExplorerMindset #ArtificialIntelligence #PurposeDriven #Resilience #Leadership #ImpactAdvisor

    55min
  2. 18/12/2024

    Competitive Greatness: Winning Life Through Purpose and Resilience with Carlette Patterson

    Turning Challenges into Purpose and Winning Life Beyond the Game  In this episode of Connecting with Purpose, we’re joined by Carlette Patterson—CEO and Founder of Patterson Sports Ventures, where she pioneers Sports Life Coaching to help athletes and leaders navigate transitions with purpose and resilience.  Inspired by her journey as a mother to three daughters, Carlette built a legacy of turning challenges into opportunities for growth, coaching, and purpose-driven impact. From the lessons of elite sports to embracing grief and self-discovery, Carlette reveals how staying connected to her authentic self helped her win life—every single day.  We discuss the transformational power of competitive greatness: a mindset rooted not in comparison, but in striving to become the best version of yourself and creating impact for those around you.  Key Takeaways:  — Redefining Winning: How to embrace competitive greatness as a tool for personal growth, resilience, and showing up as your best self.  — The Role of Grief: Why honoring loss is a necessary step toward rediscovering identity and purpose beyond transitions.  — Purpose-Driven Living: Carlette shares the importance of aligning your life with what matters most and finding intentional ways to win—on and off the field.  Carlette’s insights offer a refreshing perspective for athletes, leaders, and anyone ready to navigate change with clarity, purpose, and hope.  Connect with Carlette:  — Website: carlette.com  — LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carlette-patterson-sports-life-coach/  — Email: Coach@Carlette.com  🔗 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more conversations about purpose, performance, and creating lasting impact.  #ConnectingWithPurpose #CompetitiveGreatness #WinningLife #Resilience #PurposeDriven

    45min
  3. 04/12/2024

    Navigating Change and Unlocking Potential: The Elite Athlete Opportunity with Digit Murphy

    Pioneering Change and Opportunity in Women’s Sports In this episode of Connecting with Purpose, we sit down with Digit Murphy—a trailblazer in women’s sports and leadership. Digit’s career spans decades as a coach, executive, and advocate, dedicated to creating opportunities for women using sports as a leadership platform. From her transformative role as the first full-time women’s hockey coach at Brown University to co-founding the Pay It Forward Sports Foundation, Digit’s mission is clear: elevate women’s voices and amplify their impact. We explore her “Magic Moments,” including pivotal life and career decisions that shaped her purpose-driven path, her innovative "Love Wins" leadership philosophy, and her bold vision for the future of women’s sports—one where women’s voices lead the charge. Key Takeaways: —Purpose in Action: Digit’s journey showcases how living authentically can drive resilience and unlock opportunities. —Trailblazing Leadership: A shift from traditional leadership models to empathetic, collaborative approaches empowers teams in sports and corporate spaces alike. —Amplifying Women’s Voices: The need for systemic change to prioritize equity, opportunities, and leadership for women in sports and beyond. This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about leadership, purpose, and driving meaningful impact. Join us to discover how sports can be a powerful platform for life lessons and change. Connect with Digit: —LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitmurphy/ —Email: digitmurphy1@gmail.com —Website: https://www.digitmurphy.com/ 🔗 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring conversations about purpose and performance! #ConnectingWithPurpose #Leadership #WomensSports #EliteAthletes

    48min
  4. 19/01/2024

    Building Trust and Embracing Failure with Michael Bearup

    In this conversation, Michael Bearup shares the insights from his 38 year long career with KPMG, within which he most recently held the following titles: Former Lead Partner for Culture at KPMG US, Lead Director KPMG US, Office Managing Partner KPMG Colorado. Michael Bearup's mission is to engage in conversations that bring out the untapped potential in individuals. He has discovered the key to this process and recognizes that a significant aspect of a high-quality life stems from the strength of your team. By prioritizing people and fostering trust through psychological safety, he creates an environment where individuals are gently challenged and supported, encouraging the sharing of ideas and open communication. Through incremental experiences, conversations, and challenges, a sense of unity and support among people is built. Michael is dedicated to establishing a culture that not only tolerates failure but openly embraces it as a crucial part of working towards a shared vision and achieving personal bests. As a true relationship-builder, coach, and servant leader, this episode is rich with simple yet powerful concepts that center around putting people first, as exemplified by one of the best in the field. Additional Resources  Connect with Michael on LinkedIn Learn more about PurposeFused Take the WIP (Wellbeing, Impact and Performance) Check-In Assessment Learn more about PeopleForward Network

    40min

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Connecting With Purpose is a place for consequential conversations about doing what matters most in times when our families, workplaces, and communities need us. On the PurposeFused podcast, our partners host conversations with leaders from multiple sectors about what’s possible when we invest in leading and living with purpose, for ourselves and our teams. By learning from guests’ experiences in the purpose journey, as business leaders and humans beyond the workplace, the show serves as a catalyst for action. Connecting With Purpose inspires and guides discovery to embed purpose into people’s work and lives, improving wellbeing and performance for themselves, their organizations, and their worlds. We help leaders create the impact they seek and inspire a ripple effect of purpose activation.

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