52. 25 Years at Disney: Leadership Lessons & Career Reinvention with RK Kelley
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RK Kelley shares her leadership lessons from 25 years at Disney and discusses her career reinvention and community initiatives.
In this episode of the B Student podcast, RK Kelley shares her incredible career journey from spending more than 25 years in leadership roles at Disney to becoming a driving force behind the Central Florida Pledge, a community initiative dedicated to fostering dignity, respect, and civil discourse across Central Florida. RK discusses career transitions, purpose-driven leadership, mentorship, women in leadership, community engagement, Disney leadership lessons, workplace culture, and the challenges facing organizations in today's divided environment. Throughout the conversation, RK discusses: Disney Leadership Lessons: What 25+ years in global operations taught RK about workplace culture and respect. Career Reinvention: Navigating the shift from a high-intensity executive role to a purpose-driven "second act." The Central Florida Pledge: Why dignity and civil discourse are the most critical tools for today’s community leaders. Redefining Success: How to prioritize family and values while maintaining professional impact. RK also shares how stepping away from a demanding executive career allowed her to redefine success, prioritize family, and embrace a purpose-driven chapter focused…
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