Dennis LaRue: The Power of Asking Questions and Being Curious

Dennis LaRue, an award-winning coach and founder of LDR, shares his journey from military service to coaching and leadership development. He discusses his childhood, his decision to join the military, and the challenges he faced during basic training. Dennis emphasizes the importance of asking questions, being patient, and staying true to oneself in different aspects of life. He also shares memorable experiences, such as meeting Coach Greg Popovich and Coach Lou Holtz, and highlights the value of continuous growth and development. In this conversation, Dennis Lerner Jr. discusses the importance of consistency, reflection, and character in both personal and professional life. He emphasizes the value of being present and available for loved ones, and how this translates into being consistent in all areas of life. Dennis also highlights the power of reflection in personal growth and learning from past experiences. He shares his own journey of faith and the role it plays in his life. Finally, he talks about the core value of excellence and mastery, and how it shapes his decisions and actions.

Takeaways

Asking questions and being curious can open doors and lead to valuable opportunities.
Patience is important in allowing circumstances to develop and align for success.
Consistency and staying true to oneself in different roles and aspects of life are key to personal and professional growth.
Continuous growth and development are essential for success and fulfillment. Consistency is key in all areas of life, including personal relationships and professional endeavors.
Reflection is a powerful tool for personal growth and learning from past experiences.
Being present and available for loved ones is essential for building strong relationships.
Faith can provide guidance and a sense of purpose in life.
Excellence and mastery are important values that can drive success and fulfillment.
Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
04:01 Decision to Join the Military
08:50 Challenges of Basic Training
13:39 The Power of Asking Questions and Being Curious
16:23 Opportunities from Asking Questions
26:50 Consistency and Staying True to Oneself in Different Roles
28:42 The Power of Consistency
31:25 The Importance of Reflection
36:07 Being Present and Available
44:14 The Role of Faith
52:41 The Value of Excellence

Connect with Dennis on LinkedIn and schedule a virtual coffee with him:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-larue-jr/

Keywords

personal growth, self-discovery, purpose, action, intentionality, discipline, overcoming obstacles, grandparents, values, identity, God-given purpose, purpose, identity, value, challengers, community, leadership, mentorship, preparation, problem-solving