Ironman Insights: What Triathlon Taught Me About Leadership

Ironman Insights: What Triathlon Taught Me About Leadership

Author: Alpha Kappa Psi July 15, 2025 Duration: 19:55
What do triathlon training and career transformation have in common? A lot more than you'd think. In this episode recorded live at Alpha Kappa Psi’s 62nd Convention, John Werner joins host Chrissy Vasquez for a thoughtful conversation on embracing change, leaning into your strengths, and redefining your identity at every stage of life. From engineering school to wealth management—with a pit stop as an unofficial barista—John’s journey is anything but linear. He shares what it means to “test drive” new paths, the value of strategic thinking (in both triathlons and careers), and how to find connection in and outside the workplace. Whether you're pivoting in your profession or planning for life after retirement, this episode reminds us that growth is always possible—and sometimes, it starts with lacing up your shoes.

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