Personal Growth Journey’s S2E6
In this episode of “The Future of Work,” hosts Kyle McIntosh and Al Loveland engage in a compelling conversation with guests Dilshad Mint and Karen Nowicki, who share their unique business and personal growth journeys. Dilshad, the owner of America’s Swimming Pool Company of Tempe, opens up about his move from Burma, to New York, to Arizona, where his quest for a safe, private swimming space for his daughters sparked an unexpected passion for pool maintenance. Karen, the owner of Phoenix Business RadioX, reflects on her shift from coaching to radio, driven by the need to reach a broader audience while respecting her clients’ privacy. Their stories underscore the significance of personal development and how their past experiences continue to influence their careers.
The conversation then explores the themes of curiosity, lifelong learning, and authenticity. Karen talks about her commitment to “staying curious,” a guiding principle for her this year, while Dilshad shares how audiobooks helped him overcome reading challenges and fueled his journey as a “student of life.” Al brings in reflections on empathy and wisdom from historical figures like Socrates, highlighting the importance of lifelong learning. Kyle ties these ideas to entrepreneurship, expressing his admiration for curiosity and grit, especially when listening to others’ stories. They also discuss Heroic, a professional development tool that supports growth while fostering creativity.
America’s Swimming Pool Company is a national franchise company owned by Authority Brand and has been in business for over 30+ years.
Dilshad Myint is a passionate, self-driven and dedicated Operations Director with a demonstrated history of leadership and a track record of successfully leading teams in public service, healthcare, nonprofit, and customer service industries. Skilled in research, planning, development of systems and community programs.
Establishing policies and procedures for process improvement with a drive for building relationships, and effective administration.
Dilshad is a natural connector, a problem solver, and a team builder driving positive impact in the community. A proven critical thinker, quick learner, a team player, and a change leader are strong suits that he brings with him.
He is a tenured professional with a growth mindset, he enjoys learning and developing new skills for self-improvement with
emphasis in Emotional Intelligence, Leadership and Management.
Connect with Dilshad on LinkedIn and X, and follow America’s Swimming Pool Company on Facebook.
Karen Nowicki is a distinguished coach and consultant, celebrated for her profound impact on the personal and professional lives of executive leaders and business owners across multiple industries. With a career spanning over 30 years in leadership roles across corporate, small business, and educational sectors, Karen has seamlessly transitioned her vast experience into a highly successful private practice over the last decade. Her clientele is a testament to her versatility and expertise, including C-suite leaders from the realms of technology, medical, higher education, hospitality, and finance.
What sets Karen apart is her holistic approach to coaching. Clients hire her not just for her expertise but for the transformational outcomes they experience—bringing a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment to their work, lives, and relationships. Karen’s methodology is underpinned by her eclectic and rigorous training in various modalities, making her one of the most sought-after coaches in Greater Phoenix.
Her certifications span an impressive array of disciplines, including communications, facilitative leadership, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, Tao healing, talent management, neurofeedback, strategic planning, and public speaking. This unique blend enables her to offer tailored, integrative coaching solutions that address the complexities of her clients’ personal and professional challenges.
Karen’s commitment to fostering growth and positive change is evident in the success and satisfaction of her clients. Through her dedicated practice, Karen Nowicki has become a beacon of transformation and resilience, guiding leaders to not only achieve but exceed their goals with authenticity and purpose.
Connect with Karen on LinkedIn.
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With a focus in marketing and a background in various for profit and not for profit companies, including much professional and volunteer work, Kyle McIntosh wondered, “How can I pair the passion and commitment to community progress of a non-profit with the sustainability and reach of a for profit company?”
From this question and perspective a mission evolved to tear down the false distinction between the two sectors and to promote companies with Conscious Capitalism® business models through MAC6.
Albert Loveland has joined the MAC⁶ Team full-time. Al will be helping us to takeMAC⁶ to the next level as Vice President of Operations(and, for all of you who are familiar with EOS, as the MAC⁶Integrator).
Al brings over 25 years of experience in leadership and operational efficiency, first working for JPMorgan Chase for fifteen years and then, for the past decade, with his own consulting business working with small businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs.
Al has been working from MAC⁶ as a community member for five years now, acting as the unofficial ‘Mayor of MAC⁶’and helping every day to make this community a great place to be. Please join us in congratulating him as the now Official Mayor of MAC⁶ and as an integral new part of our team!
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