20 min
Taking Both Big And Small Actions In The Pursuit Of A Better Self - Kent Wade Leadership LevelUp
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- Self-Improvement
In this episode of Leadership Level Up Kent Wade returns to the show to share how he continues to grow as a leader. Kent is always looking for ways he can improve, and emphasizes taking both big and small actions in the pursuit of a better self.
Committed to this growth mindset, Kent makes a habit of surrounding himself around other leaders to sharpen his own skill set.
In his role as a mentor, Kent identifies two key voids that need to be filled to empower young leaders: Access and healing. For him, young leaders need to be provided access to resources, knowledge, and mentors - as well as be provided the space to heal - in order to become their best selves and develop into a great leader. With his brand Shake The Fear, Kent’s aim is to do just that.
Tune in to learn about Kent Wade’s framework for personal growth, how he implements the tenets of his leadership philosophy as a mentor, and how he will achieve his plans for the future.
MEET YOUR GUEST
Kent Wade has over 17 years of library and customer service experience. After obtaining a GED (2005) and an Associates from Kankakee Community College (2012), a fire for sharing the value of education was lit in him that still burns strong to this day.
From working with youth, to empowering professionals, Kent’s mission has remained the same: for humans to regain their AMBITION despite the heaviness of life. During the summer of 2018, Kent launched Shake the Fear, a public speaking workshop geared toward overcoming the fear of speaking.
Wade’s ability to be a change agent earned him a Kankakee County 40 Under 40 award in 2016. Kent serves as the first Black officer on the Kankakee Public Library’s Board of Directors, as well as serving on the board of Directors of United Way. In 2020, Wade launched his Shake the Fear Gear Tee and Hooded Sweatshirt brand. Kent Wade is a proud husband, father to four, and uncle to many.
In this episode of Leadership Level Up Kent Wade returns to the show to share how he continues to grow as a leader. Kent is always looking for ways he can improve, and emphasizes taking both big and small actions in the pursuit of a better self.
Committed to this growth mindset, Kent makes a habit of surrounding himself around other leaders to sharpen his own skill set.
In his role as a mentor, Kent identifies two key voids that need to be filled to empower young leaders: Access and healing. For him, young leaders need to be provided access to resources, knowledge, and mentors - as well as be provided the space to heal - in order to become their best selves and develop into a great leader. With his brand Shake The Fear, Kent’s aim is to do just that.
Tune in to learn about Kent Wade’s framework for personal growth, how he implements the tenets of his leadership philosophy as a mentor, and how he will achieve his plans for the future.
MEET YOUR GUEST
Kent Wade has over 17 years of library and customer service experience. After obtaining a GED (2005) and an Associates from Kankakee Community College (2012), a fire for sharing the value of education was lit in him that still burns strong to this day.
From working with youth, to empowering professionals, Kent’s mission has remained the same: for humans to regain their AMBITION despite the heaviness of life. During the summer of 2018, Kent launched Shake the Fear, a public speaking workshop geared toward overcoming the fear of speaking.
Wade’s ability to be a change agent earned him a Kankakee County 40 Under 40 award in 2016. Kent serves as the first Black officer on the Kankakee Public Library’s Board of Directors, as well as serving on the board of Directors of United Way. In 2020, Wade launched his Shake the Fear Gear Tee and Hooded Sweatshirt brand. Kent Wade is a proud husband, father to four, and uncle to many.
20 min