What if the thing you love most isn't a distraction from your career—but the foundation of it?
In this episode of Switchbacks, Michelle sits down with Kyle Richardson, President of Royal Talens North America, to explore a career path that was anything but conventional. From dropping out of college and moving across the country with no clear plan, to leading a successful international business in the art materials industry, Kyle shares how curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to embrace uncertainty shaped his journey.
Together they discuss why failure isn't something to fear, how empathy can become a leadership advantage, and why chasing fulfillment often leads to greater success than chasing a title or paycheck.
If you're early in your career and wondering whether you have everything figured out yet, this conversation is a reminder that some of the best opportunities come from staying open to the unexpected.
You'll learn:
Why career paths rarely follow a straight line
How to build confidence by embracing failure
The leadership power of empathy and vulnerability
Why curiosity may be more valuable than expertise
How to recognize opportunities hiding in your "side interests"
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