Listen "#381: The Most Dangerous Belief Entrepreneurs Have—and How to Avoid It with Anthony P. Howard"
Episode Synopsis
Are you measuring success the wrong way? Many entrepreneurs and professionals chase titles, salaries, or quick wins—only to feel unfulfilled, burned out, or stuck. What if true success was less about status and more about impact, authenticity, and resilience? In this powerful episode, Anthony P. Howard shares his inspiring journey from aspiring teacher to HR professional, founder of HR Certified LLC, and industry game-changer. His story will challenge the way you think about leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. ✨ Here's what you'll discover in this episode: ⚉ Why taking the unconventional path can unlock higher levels of success ⚉ How to shift your definition of success from salary and titles to impact and self-actualization ⚉ The real role of HR in shaping leadership, workplace culture, and overall quality of life ⚉ What Anthony learned from grief, depression, and recovery—and how it led him to his higher purpose ⚉ The most dangerous belief entrepreneurs can have (and how to avoid it) ⚉ Why authenticity and transparency are powerful tools for building trust and resilience ⚉ The importance of strategic partnerships and why you can't grow alone in business ⚉ How moving services online created new opportunities for growth, connection, and impact ⚉ This episode is a reminder that even in the face of loss and setbacks, you can repurpose your energy, find clarity, and build a meaningful journey of success. Anthony P. Howard is an HR Leader who works with HR professionals at all levels in finding the value and pathway to certification. He believes you can increase your confidence, marketability, and value through certification, networking, professional coaching & community. Anthony is an experienced strategic HR Business Partner with a 20+ year history of progressive success piloting large-scale, global initiatives driving organizational change and goals in diverse environments from highly regulated FDA medical devices & biotech industries to unionized manufacturing environments. He also has led positive culture shifts with his contributions to and through DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives. He co-led the formation of corporate-wide ERG (Employee Resource Group) initiatives and has been pegged to speak on the topic on webinars, panel discussions, and online courses. Anthony has incorporated a passion for the learning and development of others into his entire career. He is the founder of HR Certified, LLC, an advisor to MindEdge Learning, a member of the Forbes Coaches Council and Forbes The Culture. He has held HR Certification since 2009 and currently holds both the SPHR and SHRM-SCP designations. Additionally, he has earned the Leadership Development & Succession Strategist (LDSS) designation from Human Capital Institute (HCI). CONNECT WITH ANTHONY: 🔗 Website: https://gethrcertified.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyparishoward/ CONNECT WITH PATIENCE: 🔗 Website: https://onlinesuccessjourney.com/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onlinesuccessjourney/ 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlinesuccessjourney/
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