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Career Lessons for Event Professionals: Leadership, Resilience and Growth
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In this episode of What One Thing, Smart Meetings' VP and editorial director, JT Long, sits down with Shawn Pierce, President of Strategic Events, Meetings & Incentives at MCI USA, to trace his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings on a Texas pig farm to leading a 130-person global team.
Shawn shares the pivotal moment when a mentor saw potential in him that changed his life and how that spark of belief continues to fuel his passion for mentoring future leaders. The conversation dives into:
💡 Why resilience is the defining skill for modern event professionals
💡 The power of mentorship in shaping careers and industries
💡 How to lead through uncertainty and develop teams who thrive under pressure
💡 Real talk on “doer to leader” transitions and why teachers make the best executives
💡 Building a sustainable pipeline of talent in the meetings industry
Whether you're a seasoned planner or just stepping into the field, this episode offers timeless insights on navigating career pivots, cultivating talent and finding purpose in leadership.
🔗 Listen now and discover the one thing that made all the difference in Shawn’s journey and could transform yours.
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