#0039 – The Power to Make a Difference with Heather Eason

#0039 – The Power to Make a Difference with Heather Eason

Author: Jon S. Rennie September 19, 2020 Duration: 49:33
One of the most important things that leaders do is impact the people around them. The best leaders work hard to make sure that impact is positive. My guest today is someone I have known for over 10 years. She is the kind of leader who is making a positive impact in the lives of her team and her industry. Heather is the founder and CEO of SELECT Power systems, an engineering company that supports the electrical power industry. SELECT Power systems is a certified woman-owned small business. Heather is an electrical engineer with an MBA who has been leading technical organizations for years. She also shared her thoughts on LeanedOn.com where her mission is to empower women in STEM careers. SELECT Power systems website LeanedOn.com Heather Eason on LinkedIn _____ Become a leader worth following today with these powerful resources: Purchase my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" Subscribe to my leadership newsletter Follow Jon S Rennie on Twitter Follow Jon S Rennie on Instagram Follow Jon S Rennie on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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