This is a live blog, which means it is my unedited notes as the session progresses. It’s hard to live blog a keynote because, while they are fascinating & often inspiring, there is very little solid information to take notes. Kevin Carroll tells the story of his background, the life of growing up with 2 addict parents. He is a storyteller—funny, captivating and full of anecdotes from his childhood. Kevin is well-dressed, with awesome shoes. (And, a purple tie—sold!)
“You have to find a way to blur the lines between work and play.”
Turn ideas into reality—passion, purpose & intention. Work can be your play if you know what you’re doing. “You can’t talk about it, you have to be about it.”
The story of how he met his wife might be my favorite part. His stepdaughter connived to set him up with her mother after hearing Kevin speak at a take your daughter to work day. Oh, how I love children!
The power of a ball: We need to recognize the role of play in our lives. Children third world countries don’t just need books—they need balls.
It has to be not about us, but about the greater movement. {Enter the bouncy balls! So. Much. Fun.} What’s your red rubber ball? What gets you excited about your day?
How’s your “want to”? You gotta want to seek your dreams. You can’t do anything without a want to.
Sometimes, you should tender your resignation as a grownup. “I believe M&Ms are better than money because you can eat them.” Tag, you’re it!
“A closed mouth don’t get fed.” Open your mouth and let people know what your dreams and hopes are. You never know what might be around you to assist in encouraging you to turn your idea into reality.
Expect and respect the unexpected. Eyes of a child, eyes of wonder, will help you.
86,400 seconds in a day—86,400 opportunities to make a difference. “What are you going to do with this day? It’s a gift!”
Rules of the Red Rubber Ball: Find and Sustain Your Life’s Work
The Red Rubber Ball at Work: Elevate Your Game Through the Hidden Power of Play
What’s Your Hook?: How to Make Your Message Memorable
Thanks for capturing this as I could not type/write quick enough