“Problem, promise … I love that,” said Lasada Pippen. “You're gonna be a pro either way. PRO, promise. PRO, problem. Either way you look at it, you're gonna be a pro. Either you're gonna be a pro at getting stuck behind a problem, or you're gonna be a pro at getting to the promise. You see what I mean? I just love wordplay.”
In the 28th episode of Penn College’s Tomorrow Makers podcast – “All Grit. No Quit.” – join the wordplay and wisdom of this inspiring speaker who headlined the college’s recent First-Generation College Celebration Week.
Pippen’s story of perseverance is a real-world example of what happens when you show up and fight for your passion. He rose from humble beginnings surrounded by crime and chaos to a professional speaking career that has given him countless opportunities to ignite positive change in youth across the nation.
A Five-Year Plan? No, Pippen recommends a Five-Minute Plan to build momentum and traction. (And that’s no joke. Just listen to what he says about Jerry Seinfeld’s calendar commitment.)
Another Pippen inspiration? “Don't look for the prize, just enjoy the process to the prize.”
And while you’re enjoying this podcast process, stay tuned for a special impromptu interview with Kasey L. Beury, coordinator of student success solutions at Penn College, who shares her encouragement as students near the end of the semester.
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