What are You Passionate About? with Erika Swilley - Episode #61

08/31/21 • 36 min

Erika Swilley knew from an early age that she wanted a career in which she could help others. She didn’t know her path would lead to sports and the NBA. In this episode, Erika explains how she’s followed her passion to become the Detroit Pistons Vice President of Community and Social Responsibility.

As a 17-year veteran of the business, Erika knows the best way to identify community needs is by actually listening to people in the community. You’ll hear about her approach and how anyone looking to give back can do the same.

Erika also shares her leadership style and career advice, including the importance of finding others who have jobs that you want.

Erika also shares her leadership style and career advice, including the importance of finding others who have jobs that you want.

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Be Your Own CEO with David Thomas - Episode #60

As the Director of Operations for Michigan State’s basketball team, David Thomas was known as the guy who got things done. Now, he’s doing something brand new - in the world of financial planning. In this episode, you’ll find out why David made the move and the importance of having a plan.

David has been an entrepreneur before and learned more from his mistakes than his successes. You’ll hear the lengths David went to in the face of adversity.

You’ll also learn why everyone should view themselves as their own CEO whether they run a business or not.