Glen McCall: Banking Executive on the Importance of Grit in Advancing Your Career

Are you fearful when it comes to taking on work challenges or pursuing a new career? Do you have a hard time trying to face it? 

Pete is joined by a long time friend, Glen McCall, in this episode of the finding career zen podcast.  Motivation comes in different ways and from a variety of experiences. From facing challenging times as a college student, to starting over in his career, to ultimately becoming First United Bank's President in Oklahoma City & Edmond, Glen shares the traits and beliefs that have allowed him to succeed personally and professionally. 

How exactly did he do it? Could it have been his faith, analytical skills, lessons learned along the way, or something altogether different?  Tune in to discover how Glen learned to slay his dragons, and become a leader who shows others how to slay theirs.

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Please visit www.spendlifewisely.com to learn more about First United's mission, and what they can do for you.  You can also connect with Glen on LinkedIn.

Advice for self-growth, personally and professionally:

1. Ask questions. We are social creatures, everyone likes to be acknowledged and showing interest is guaranteed to leave an impression.
2. Be helpful. In sales, you should operate with the mindset that people are going to do what they believe is best for them. It's never about what you want, it's about what they want. Instead of internalizing an individual's reaction, make strides to understand it. 
3. You have plenty of time, make sure to enjoy it. Cherish each moment instead of looking for things to worry about.
4. Every path is unique. Your career path may not be a straight line, and that's okay. It may take a lot of extra work, but it's never too late to follow your passions and create your own route.
5. Rewards rarely exist without a challenge. Your journey is heroic and adversity is inevitable. Optimism and willingness to overcome difficulties will lead you towards success.
6. Envision what you want to do. Have an appreciation for the people who do it and what you need from them, and don't be afraid for your ego to take a backseat when pursuing your career goals.