EP 134 - Scott Rammage

12/08/2025 54 min

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In this episode of Pathways to Greatness, host Jeff Forrester speaks with Scott Rammage, founder of HireVP, about resilience, authenticity, and the journey to greatness. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, the impact of social media on perceptions of success, and the necessity of mentorship. Scott shares his insights on navigating life's challenges, learning from mistakes, and the power of perspective and empathy. The conversation emphasizes the need for action and urgency in personal growth, as well as the significance of self-reflection and emotional intelligence in achieving success.TakeawaysAuthenticity and vulnerability are crucial for connection.Resilience is about learning from failures and moving forward.Greatness is defined by understanding one's purpose and being anti-fragile.Mistakes should be viewed as data for growth.Mentorship can significantly reduce the pain of learning.Empathy can change our perspective on others' actions.Our reactions to situations define our character.Social media often presents a highlight reel, not the full story.Urgency in taking action is key to success.Self-reflection is essential for personal growth.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Game of Would You Rather?05:53 The Importance of Candor and Truthfulness08:45 Defining Greatness and Resilience11:48 The Concept of Anti-Fragility14:39 Navigating Conflict and Communication17:57 Physical and Emotional Resilience20:42 The Journey to Greatness25:45 Introduction to Scott Ramage27:04 The Reality Behind Social Media Success28:21 Mentorship and Learning from Failures31:42 Vulnerability and Authenticity in Sharing34:31 Empathy and Perspective in Judgement37:00 The Importance of Response and Self-Control42:51 The Backstory Behind Success48:01 Taking Action and Learning from Others52:02 Reflection and Continuous Improvement54:19 Outro with music (1).mp4