Ep 46: David Siegel - Awaken the Leader in You

Self-care is the key to happiness and success at work and in life. David is a firm believer in this. He places his well-being above everything else to ensure he stays motivated and meets his many responsibilities to the best of his ability.

David Siegel is the CEO of Meetup, the world’s leading platform for making connections and finding your community. He’s an adjunct professor at Columbia University, where he teaches strategic planning and entrepreneurship. He's also an author, a podcaster, and a dedicated family man.

In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, David talks about his book, Decide & Conquer, a decision-making manual for both novice and seasoned leaders. He shares with Matthew and Luigi some of the anecdotes, tips, and tactics he covered in the book. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Meetup's CEO on how to operate a business, make sensible decisions, and foster a sense of community even in the face of a pandemic.

What You Will Learn:

• How Meetup works.
• What inspired David to write his book.
• How he kept his business afloat during COVID.
• Why transparency is important in leadership.
• What advice David gives to small business owners.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“Surround yourself with people who disagree with you. The more disagreement you have, the better and smarter decisions you’re going to make.”

• David Siegel

How To Get Involved:

Visit the Meetup Website for additional information, or connect with David on LinkedIn and Twitter. David's book may be found here on Amazon. You may also listen to his podcast by clicking here.

Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners.

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