Turning Struggle into Strength: A Life Switch Talk on Resilience, Purpose and Reinvention
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Drawing from his own life journey, including significant personal and professional setbacks early in adulthood, author Joel Steele will share how moments of struggle can become catalysts for growth, leadership, and long-term success.
The Willumstad School of Business is pleased to welcome Joel Steele, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of the #1 Amazon New Release Life Switch, for a powerful and timely conversation with students about resilience, reinvention, and purpose. His story offers a candid look at failure, accountability, and the mindset shifts required to rebuild and move forward with intention.
This talk is designed especially for college students navigating uncertainty, career preparation, and personal decision-making in a challenging economic and professional landscape. Attendees can expect to gain practical insights on developing resilience, reframing adversity, and identifying values that guide both career and life choices.
The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A, giving students the opportunity to engage directly with the speaker and reflect on how the lessons from Life Switch can be applied to their own academic, professional, and personal journeys.