Preposterously Audacious: A Dark Optimist's Guide to Changing the World with Dr. Ralph H. Groce III
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02/19/25 • 46 min
In this conversation, Dr. Ralph H. Gross III, President, COO and author of We Have Nothing to Lose: A Dark Optimist's Call to Action, shares his journey from a bright child in Pittsburgh to a successful leader and author. He discusses the importance of ambition, resilience, and transformational change in both personal and professional contexts. Ralph emphasizes the need for individuals to take responsibility for their actions and to work collectively towards positive change in society. His insights on leadership, perseverance, and the power of community serve as a call to action for listeners to embrace their potential and contribute to a better world.
Takeaways
💡The importance of being accountable to your ambition by speaking your objectives into existence
💡Transformational change is necessary for personal and organizational growth.
💡Childhood experiences shape resilience and drive in adulthood.Leadership requires inspiring followership and being the best version of oneself
💡Perseverance is a key trait for overcoming challenges and achieving goals
💡Creating positive change starts with individual responsibility and action
💡Community impact is essential for addressing social inequalities.
💡Collective action is necessary to effect meaningful change in society.
💡Dark optimism can empower individuals to see possibilities in difficult times.
💡The journey of self-discovery and purpose is crucial for personal fulfillment.
Links
🌟We Have Nothing to Lose (by: Dr. Ralph H. Groce III)
Keywords
✅ Leadership ✅ Resilience ✅ Transformation ✅ Change ✅ Personal Growth ✅ Community Impact ✅ Dark Optimism ✅ Social Equity ✅ Perseverance ✅ Ambition 🙏 Ralph H. Groce III
Disclaimer:
***The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.***
Credits: Written, produced and hosted by: Mary Schaub. Theme song written by: Mary Schaub. Mixing Engineer: Dylan Yauch
Contact: Tell us how your transformation is going. Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (631) 371-3240 and we may play it on a future episode.
Website: M. Schaub Advisory (MSA)
** Shobukai Shift is a MSA Production **
In this conversation, Dr. Ralph H. Gross III, President, COO and author of We Have Nothing to Lose: A Dark Optimist's Call to Action, shares his journey from a bright child in Pittsburgh to a successful leader and author. He discusses the importance of ambition, resilience, and transformational change in both personal and professional contexts. Ralph emphasizes the need for individuals to take responsibility for their actions and to work collectively towards positive change in society. His insights on leadership, perseverance, and the power of community serve as a call to action for listeners to embrace their potential and contribute to a better world.
Takeaways
💡The importance of being accountable to your ambition by speaking your objectives into existence
💡Transformational change is necessary for personal and organizational growth.
💡Childhood experiences shape resilience and drive in adulthood.Leadership requires inspiring followership and being the best version of oneself
💡Perseverance is a key trait for overcoming challenges and achieving goals
💡Creating positive change starts with individual responsibility and action
💡Community impact is essential for addressing social inequalities.
💡Collective action is necessary to effect meaningful change in society.
💡Dark optimism can empower individuals to see possibilities in difficult times.
💡The journey of self-discovery and purpose is crucial for personal fulfillment.
Links
🌟We Have Nothing to Lose (by: Dr. Ralph H. Groce III)
Keywords
✅ Leadership ✅ Resilience ✅ Transformation ✅ Change ✅ Personal Growth ✅ Community Impact ✅ Dark Optimism ✅ Social Equity ✅ Perseverance ✅ Ambition 🙏 Ralph H. Groce III
Disclaimer:
***The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.***
Credits: Written, produced and hosted by: Mary Schaub. Theme song written by: Mary Schaub. Mixing Engineer: Dylan Yauch
Contact: Tell us how your transformation is going. Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (631) 371-3240 and we may play it on a future episode.
Website: M. Schaub Advisory (MSA)
** Shobukai Shift is a MSA Production **
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Links
✅Cool classical music clip (André Rieu - O Fortuna; Carmina Burana - Carl Orff)
Disclaimer:
***The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.***
Credits: Written, produced and hosted by: Mary Schaub. Theme song written by: Mary Schaub. Mixing Engineer: Dylan Yauch
Contact: Tell us how your transformation is going. Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (631) 371-3240 and we may play it on a future episode.
Website: M. Schaub Advisory (MSA)
** Shobukai Shift is a MSA Production **
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Keywords
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Disclaimer:
***The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.***
Credits: Written, produced and hosted by: Mary Schaub. Theme song written by: Mary Schaub. Mixing Engineer: Dylan Yauch
Contact: Tell us how your transformation is going. Email us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (631) 371-3240 and we may play it on a future episode.
Website: M. Schaub Advisory (MSA)
** Shobukai Shift is a MSA Production **
Shobukai Shift - Preposterously Audacious: A Dark Optimist's Guide to Changing the World with Dr. Ralph H. Groce III
Transcript
Mary Schaub (00:10)
today I'm talking to Dr. Ralph H. Gross III.
He's the president and COO of Scrubius and the author of the book, We Have Nothing to Lose, A Dark Optimist's Call to Action. He's everything this show is about and more, and he's got a lot to talk to us about. Welcome, Ralph.
Ralph Groce (00:30)
Thanks, Mary. And I am so grateful and humbled and quite inspired by the work that you're doing. It's a privilege, a blessing to be here with you today. And I'm
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