39 min
SEASON 4: Ep. 55- 6 Life Skills The IPRA Equipped Me With That Make A Winning Combination Both In & Out Of The Arena Cowgirl Confessions
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- Self-Improvement
Each January, the International Professional Rodeo Association holds the International Finals Rodeo where the Top 15 cowboys & cowgirls in each event gather to compete for World titles. It has been 13 years since I first joined the IPRA family as Miss Rodeo USA, and 11 years since I had the opportunity to be part of rodeo history as one of the 15 qualifiers competing in the Cowgirls Breakaway Roping at IFR42. With each year that passes, I gain a deeper appreciation of the experiences I had by simply choosing to first bet on myself- which meant pursuing my dream of becoming Miss Rodeo USA. What I learned in the process of preparing to compete about myself, the sport of rodeo and my support system was impactful on many levels. 2010 changed the trajectory of my life (literally- I landed my career and my husband thanks to connections made in that one year). I will be forever grateful to each and every person that made sacrifices in order for me to pursue my dream. {there were many- oh so many}
Thank you to the IPRA for welcoming me with open arms. From rodeo queen to event director to an official timer & a multitude of other unique opportunities along the way to learn & meet incredible people in between-You've always made me feel at home, & It’s been quite the ride!
On this episode, I take a stroll down memory lane and share the 6 Life Skills the IPRA equipped me with that make a winning combination both in & out of the arena.
1. How to Travel (efficiently & cost effectively)
2. Time Management
3. The Art of Making Everybody Feel Like a Somebody
4. Active Listening & Working Well with Others
5. Problem Solving
6. Knowing When to Lean into a Challenge
To learn more about the IPRA & watch IFR 53 on the Wrangler Network visit: https://www.ipra-rodeo.com/
Let's Connect!
INSTAGRAM: @CowgirlConfessionsPodcast
EMAIL: CowgirlConfessionsPodcast@gmail.com
Follow your host:
INSTAGRAM: @DakotaDawnJohnson
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DakotaDawnJohnson/
WEBSITE: https://www.dakotadawnjohnson.com/
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Thank you for spending your time with me on the Cowgirl Confessions podcast. I am so glad you stopped by. If you could take a moment to share this episode and tag us on social media- I’d be happier than a cowgirl in a sea of BOGO vintage turquoise.
Subscribe to make sure you don’t miss an episode. New episodes will be released bimonthly.
Please leave us a review if you feel so led by going to I tunes. Your feedback will really help us breath the idea of grabbing life by the horns with a COWGIRL STATE OF MIND into women across the globe, some that may have never even had the privilege to throw their leg over a horse but could most certainly use the cowgirl state of mind while navigating life.
Until next time, keep pursuing your dreams with that All Go & No Whoa mentality. Remember- You’re writing a story that’s worth saddling up for sister.
God Bless,
Dakota
Each January, the International Professional Rodeo Association holds the International Finals Rodeo where the Top 15 cowboys & cowgirls in each event gather to compete for World titles. It has been 13 years since I first joined the IPRA family as Miss Rodeo USA, and 11 years since I had the opportunity to be part of rodeo history as one of the 15 qualifiers competing in the Cowgirls Breakaway Roping at IFR42. With each year that passes, I gain a deeper appreciation of the experiences I had by simply choosing to first bet on myself- which meant pursuing my dream of becoming Miss Rodeo USA. What I learned in the process of preparing to compete about myself, the sport of rodeo and my support system was impactful on many levels. 2010 changed the trajectory of my life (literally- I landed my career and my husband thanks to connections made in that one year). I will be forever grateful to each and every person that made sacrifices in order for me to pursue my dream. {there were many- oh so many}
Thank you to the IPRA for welcoming me with open arms. From rodeo queen to event director to an official timer & a multitude of other unique opportunities along the way to learn & meet incredible people in between-You've always made me feel at home, & It’s been quite the ride!
On this episode, I take a stroll down memory lane and share the 6 Life Skills the IPRA equipped me with that make a winning combination both in & out of the arena.
1. How to Travel (efficiently & cost effectively)
2. Time Management
3. The Art of Making Everybody Feel Like a Somebody
4. Active Listening & Working Well with Others
5. Problem Solving
6. Knowing When to Lean into a Challenge
To learn more about the IPRA & watch IFR 53 on the Wrangler Network visit: https://www.ipra-rodeo.com/
Let's Connect!
INSTAGRAM: @CowgirlConfessionsPodcast
EMAIL: CowgirlConfessionsPodcast@gmail.com
Follow your host:
INSTAGRAM: @DakotaDawnJohnson
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DakotaDawnJohnson/
WEBSITE: https://www.dakotadawnjohnson.com/
***********************************************************************************************************
Thank you for spending your time with me on the Cowgirl Confessions podcast. I am so glad you stopped by. If you could take a moment to share this episode and tag us on social media- I’d be happier than a cowgirl in a sea of BOGO vintage turquoise.
Subscribe to make sure you don’t miss an episode. New episodes will be released bimonthly.
Please leave us a review if you feel so led by going to I tunes. Your feedback will really help us breath the idea of grabbing life by the horns with a COWGIRL STATE OF MIND into women across the globe, some that may have never even had the privilege to throw their leg over a horse but could most certainly use the cowgirl state of mind while navigating life.
Until next time, keep pursuing your dreams with that All Go & No Whoa mentality. Remember- You’re writing a story that’s worth saddling up for sister.
God Bless,
Dakota
39 min