353 | Keenan Taylor | Exploring the World and the Workforce
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In this episode of the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast, Chris sits down with Keenan Taylor, who discusses his decision to take a year off between his third and fourth year of university to explore the workforce and travel. Currently in Halifax, he's been job hunting while enjoying travelling around Nova Scotia in an RV. They discuss Keenan's achievements in business, sales, and leadership skill, while he reflects on the importance of taking a break and the hard work he put into his studies and other activities.   Keenan shares insights from his experience in the Student Works program, highlighting the importance of time management, delegation, and leveraging teamwork for business growth. He contrasts his first and second years in the program, particularly the role of marketing, team management, and the power of networking. Chris and Keenan also discuss the challenges of balancing school with business responsibilities, especially during COVID-19, and how online classes helped him better manage his time.   Finally, Keenan and Chris talk about the critical aspects of entrepreneurship, such as self-care to avoid burnout, the necessity of grit and determination, and the value of taking calculated risks. Keenan stresses the importance of networking with other entrepreneurs for personal and professional growth.   Enjoy! What You Will Learn In This Show: The value of taking breaks for personal development and clarity. Keenan's transition from typical student jobs to running a successful business, and the importance of seizing opportunities. The challenges he's faced on his journey, such as adapting to sales and marketing, managing a business during COVID-19, delegation and time management. How skills such as assertiveness, effective communication, and confidence have become vital in Keenan's personal and professional life. The importance of networking with other entrepreneurs and maintaining those relationships post-program, and how they contribute to ongoing success and growth. And so much more…
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