Asking for Help is a Superpower, with Phyl Terry

In this episode, we explore the concept of belonging in business with Phil Terry, the Founder and CEO of Collaborative Gain, and author of 'Never Search Alone' and ‘Customers Included.’ Phil shares their extensive experience of fostering peer councils professionally and how that work has extended into a number of pro-bono projects. From Phil’s beginnings inspired by their mother's first council initiative to work with senior leaders and job seekers, Phil discusses the power of asking for help, creating structured support systems, and building long-term, meaningful connections. Phil also touches on their work with Slow Art Day, the World of Business Reading Group, and future projects including 'Never Lead Alone' and a potential memoir. Join us for an insightful conversation on the importance of vulnerability, trust, and community in navigating careers and personal growth.

Links

• Guest: Phyl Terry (they/them)
• Host: Kevin Micalizzi (he/him)
• Never Search Alone
• Never Search Alone Volunteer Opportunities
• Collaborative Gain
• World of Business Reading Group (WBRG)
• Slow Art Day
• A Personal History, by Katherine Graham

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Chapters

• (00:00) - Belong-Interview with Phyl Terry


• (00:55) - welcome


• (01:20) - Phyl's Journey and Early Influences


• (02:21) - Building Communities and Movements


• (03:12) - The Power of Asking for Help


• (04:43) - Collaborative Gain and Career Councils


• (06:19) - Innovative Programs and Initiatives


• (07:33) - Warren Buffett: The Community Organizer


• (09:05) - Dead or Distant Mentor


• (10:19) - Creating Structure and Positive Politics


• (17:54) - The Dot-Com Bust and Collaborative Gain's Origin


• (23:28) - Reinventing the Job Search


• (26:21) - The Journey to Candidate Market Fit


• (27:53) - Building a Lasting Community


• (30:00) - Creating the Never Search Alone Community


• (32:05) - The Role of Moderators in Job Search Councils


• (33:14) - The Value of Diverse Perspectives


• (38:39) - Future Plans and Projects


• (41:40) - The Importance of Asking for Help


• (43:33) - Phyl's Memoir and Personal Journey


• (46:38) - Expanding the Never Search Alone Platform


• (47:51) - Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Credits

Music by Denys Kyshchuk from Pixabay.com.